Auxerrois

Auxerrois from the Kraichgau region – a grape variety rarely encountered even by seasoned wine enthusiasts. Klumpp brings out the best in this hilly hinterland between the Rhine and the Black Forest.

The Klumpp winery in Bruchsal-Heidelsheim is one of the most reliable producers in the Kraichgau region. The vines for this Auxerrois are up to 50 years old – a truly unique feature for a variety that is hardly cultivated in Germany. Old vines yield less, but produce more concentrated grapes.

In the glass, it displays a bright golden yellow. The nose is dominated by ripe mirabelle plum and quince, with a hint of papaya reminiscent of Borgunde and its Burgundian relatives (Auxerrois is a close cousin of Pinot Blanc). On the palate, it is juicy and full-bodied, with soft acidity and a floral finish – linden blossom, slightly creamy. Not a heavyweight, but not one that disappears without a trace.

• Temperature: 10–12 °C
• Goes well with: Flammkuchen, fresh goat cheese, asparagus with hollandaise sauce or fried trout
• Ready to drink: drink now, do not store