Cuvée No. 104 Sekt Brut Nature

Wine Description for Cuvée No. 104 Sekt Brut Nature by Christmann & Kauffmann

Colour & Appearance

Brilliant straw yellow with fine green reflections, crystal clear and threaded through with uniformly fine, lively perlage – a visual expression of precision and craftsmanship.

Nose

Here the reductive elegance of Palatinate Riesling reveals itself in perfection. The aromatics are taut and clear: white peach, lemon zest and bergamot meet green apple and nashi pear. Behind these unfold chalky, limey notes that lend the sparkling wine its mineral depth. The yeast ageing is present, but never dominant – it structures without overwhelming. Fine herbal nuances of fennel, lemon thyme and chervil, along with a hint of white pepper, bring additional complexity and tension.

Palate

Straightforward, focused, electrifying. A vibrant acidity carries the sparkling wine with impressive clarity and architectural precision. The carbonation feels delicate and transparent, almost weightless. The fruit remains bright and cool: nashi, yellow citrus zest, complemented by lemongrass and fine vegetable spice. The chalky-mineral depth lends the 1·0·4 length and directness – not a sparkling wine of opulence, but of controlled energy.

Finish

Long, precise and characterised by cool minerality. The acidity remains lively, the aftertaste shows citrus notes and a saline, chalky texture that invites the next sip.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Riesling, traditional bottle fermentation. The Brut Nature style (no dosage) underscores the purist philosophy: here the terroir speaks, not the sugar. The yeast ageing brings structure and complexity without obscuring the clear fruit.

Food Pairing Recommendations

A sparkling wine for the discerning table: oysters, scallop ceviche, sashimi, smoked trout or goat’s cheese with honey. Also a brilliant choice with asparagus with hollandaise sauce or fennel and orange salad.

Special Features

The Cuvée No. 104 stands for the uncompromising quality philosophy of Christmann & Kauffmann. A sparkling wine with character strength and regional identity – the Palatinate in its coolest, most precise form.