Cuvée No. 205 Sekt Brut Nature L22

Wine Description for Cuvée No. 205 Sekt Brut Nature L22 by Christmann & Kauffmann

Character

This Cuvée embodies the ambition of two renowned estates to produce German producer sparkling wine at the highest level. The designation Brut Nature signals uncompromising purity – presented without dosage, this sparkling wine reveals itself in its purest form. With a moderate 11.5% alcohol content, it displays the elegance and drinkability that characterise traditional bottle fermentation. The Cuvée of Chardonnay, Spätburgunder and Weißburgunder unites Burgundian nobility with Palatinate substance.

Terroir & Origin

The Palatinate has established itself as a serious sparkling wine region over the past decades. The mild climate and mineral-rich soils between the Haardt and the Rhine plain provide ideal conditions for base wines with structure and finesse. Christmann & Kauffmann harness this potential consistently – both houses stand for precise, terroir-focused work that has opened new dimensions for German producer sparkling wine.

Grape Variety & Vinification

The classic Champagne blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir is complemented here by Weißburgunder – a typically German interpretation. Chardonnay brings freshness and citrus notes, Spätburgunder imparts structure and depth, whilst Weißburgunder contributes creamy texture. Traditional bottle fermentation and presumably extended yeast contact create complexity. The absence of dosage demands the highest quality base wines – any weakness would be mercilessly exposed. Only perfectly balanced grapes can carry this nakedness.

Food Pairing Recommendations

A versatile companion that pairs equally well with raw oysters, scallops or sashimi as it does with pan-fried turbot. The acid structure harmonises beautifully with goat’s cheese or aged Comté. Also an excellent choice with poultry terrine or fine veal schnitzel. The absence of dosage makes it the ideal aperitif – purist, refreshing, without any sweetness.