Qvinterra Grauer Burgunder trocken 2024

Wine description for the Qvinterra Pinot Gris dry 2024 from Kühling-Gillot

Colour & appearance

In the glass, this young Pinot Gris presents itself in bright lemon yellow with lively green reflections - a visual foretaste of the freshness that will follow.

Nose

The nose is still youthfully closed, characterised by yeasty notes that give the wine depth. With a little patience Apple and almond blossom, accompanied by delicate acacia flavours. Chopped almonds and creamy butterscotch are reminiscent of fresh yeast plait. The fruit remains discreetly in the background: Pear, quince and apple are joined by subtle nuances of lime zest and candied ginger. Herbal notes of nettle, lemon balm and chervil provide invigorating freshness.

Palate

This Pinot Gris shows its true strength on the palate: crisp, animating and refreshing. The interplay between tart and acidic is reminiscent of chewing red apple peel - a precise description for this characterful texture. The herbal flavours return discreetly and enliven the palate. The fine tannin, which gives the wine structure, is remarkable - unusually pronounced for a Pinot Gris. The astringent acidity is lively and juicy, almost drinkable. The floral notes dominate the long finish.

General information

From the renowned Kühling-Gillot winery in Rheinhessen, this 2024 Pinot Gris represents a modern, structure-emphasising style. At 12.5% alcohol, it remains elegant and accessible, while the dry ageing method emphasises the purity of the fruit and the mineral character of the terroir.

Food pairing suggestions

This lively Pinot Gris is a versatile accompaniment to food. It harmonises excellently with fried char, Pikeperch on lentils or Plaice Finkenwerder type. Also to Asparagus with hollandaise sauce, Goat's cheese tart or roasted sweetbreads it shows itself from its best side. The herbal notes make it the ideal partner for Fresh salads with nuts or Fennel risotto.

Special features

This Pinot Gris breaks with convention: Instead of broad fruitiness, Kühling-Gillot favours structure, tension and drinkability. A wine that needs time to open up, but then convinces with precision and character - typical of this ambitious winery.