Isteiner Grauburgunder 2022

Wine Description for Isteiner Grauburgunder 2022 from Weingut am Klotz

Character

Weingut am Klotz interprets Pinot Gris in a dry, straightforward style that bears the hallmark of Baden. At 13% alcohol, the 2022 presents itself as an well-balanced terroir wine that combines substance with freshness. The minimal residual sweetness points to a wine that derives its strength from fruit concentration and mineral structure, not from sweetness.

Terroir & Origin

Istein, located on the southern Upper Rhine directly on the Swiss border, benefits from an exceptionally warm microclimate. The vineyard site ranks among Germany’s warmest wine regions. The limestone soils of the Isteiner Klotz – a distinctive rock formation of Jurassic limestone – shape the character of the wines with mineral precision. This geological peculiarity lends the wines a characteristic tension between southern ripeness and cool minerality.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pinot Gris finds ideal conditions in Baden. The variety develops greater structure and depth here than in cooler regions, without losing its typical elegance. The 2022 vintage was characterised by warmth and dryness in Germany, producing concentrated, ripe grapes. Baden winemakers traditionally favour moderate yields and gentle processing for Pinot Gris, often with skin contact for added texture. The result is wines with substance and ageing potential.

Food Pairing Recommendations

A versatile companion to regional cuisine: poultry in cream sauce, veal schnitzel or pan-fried fish pair perfectly. The mineral structure makes it an ideal match for asparagus – a Baden classic. It also proves itself admirably with mild cheeses, mushroom dishes or Asian cuisine with moderate spice. The combination of substance and freshness allows for heartier accompaniments such as roast pork or pasta with saffron sauce.