Oberrotweiler Henkenberg Chardonnay

Anyone familiar with Chardonnay knows that there's a world of difference between bland, buttery wines and those with true depth of terroir. The Oberrotweiler Henkenberg from Landerer clearly belongs to the latter category.

The Landerer winery is located in Vogtsburg-Oberrotweil in the Kaiserstuhl region – one of the warmest and driest wine-growing areas in Germany. Volcanic weathered soils of loess and basalt characterize the Henkenberg vineyard and give the Chardonnay a distinctive mineral tension that is still noticeable in the glass even after years of aging.

On the nose, it displays ripe yellow pear, white peach, and a hint of roasted almond – subtle yet present. On the palate, it is dense and creamy without being heavy: the acidity keeps the wine lively, and the finish carries a delicate spiciness and a salty aftertaste typical of Kaiserstuhl vineyards.

• Food pairing: Veal medallions with morel sauce, scallops, aged Gruyère cheese
• Serving temperature: 12–14 °C
• Drinking window: Now until 2029