Chardonnay

A Chardonnay that shows what Germany's northernmost viticulture can achieve: clear, dry, with an acid structure that gives the Burgundy classic a very unique signature.

Weingut Proppe cultivates vineyards in the Saale-Unstrut region – one of the coldest areas for viticulture in Germany, where shell limestone and variegated sandstone characterize the soils. Short, intense summers produce grapes with naturally high acidity and concentrated aromas, without alcohol or wood dominating the picture. The Chardonnay 2023 comes from several sites and unites their different characters in a cohesive, harmonious wine.

On the nose, green apple, ripe pear, and a hint of white flowers – elderflower and acacia blossom sway quietly in the background. On the palate, the wine appears lean and lively: the acidity is present but not edgy, the texture fine and almost creamy, without barrel aging masking the fruit. The finish is clean, medium-length, with a mineral aftertaste reminiscent of the shell limestone subsoil.

• Temperature: 10–12 °C
• Pairs with: Goat cheese, grilled asparagus, salmon tartare, light pasta dishes with herb sauce, or a summery risotto with peas and mint
• Occasion: Aperitif on the terrace or a light weeknight dinner