2019 Dr. Bürklin-Wolf Gaisböhl Grand Cru

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The 2019 Dr. Bürklin-Wolf Gaisböhl Grand Cru is a wine of exceptional quality and character.

'Juicy, piquant and salty on the palate, this is an intense but pure, linear and almost weightless dry Riesling with a crystalline structure, salinity and decent finesse.' -Robert Parker

On the palate, the wine is rich and layered, with a perfect balance between fresh acidity and ripe fruit notes. The stone fruit flavours such as peach and apricot are beautifully supported by a mineral structure, typical of the chalky soil of the Gaisböhl vineyard. The 2019 vintage adds extra complexity, with a long, silky finish in which citrus and a salty minerality come through.

The Gaisböhl vineyard: a Grand Cru with a rich history

The Gaisböhl vineyard, located in the heart of the Palatinate, is one of the exclusive Grand Cru (Grosse Lage) locations. Cultivated since the 15th century, this vineyard is famous for its chalky soil, which gives the Riesling grapes their complexity and minerality. The south-facing location ensures excellent sun exposure, which further enhances the quality of the grapes.

The Palatinate region: a unique terroir for Grand Cru wines

The Palatinate, located in the southwest of Germany, is one of the most important wine-growing regions in the country. This area is known for its excellent terroir, ideal for producing refined Riesling wines. The region benefits from a favorable climate with long, sunny days and mild temperatures, which contribute to the optimal ripening of the grapes.

Vintage 2019 Gaisböhl Grand Cru in the Palatinate

The 2019 vintage in the Palatinate is known for its exceptional quality. A cool spring ensured even growth, followed by a warm summer with sufficient rain and cool nights. This resulted in perfectly ripe Riesling grapes with lively acidity and intense aromas. Thanks to a dry autumn, the harvest was possible at the optimum time.

The climate and its influence on the wine

The microclimate in the Palatinate plays a crucial role in the production of this wine. The combination of warm summers and cool nights creates a perfect balance between sweetness and acidity in the grapes. This results in a wine with a harmonious structure and great depth of flavor.

Storage potential of this Grand Cru

The 2019 Dr. Bürklin-Wolf Gaisböhl Grand Cru has excellent aging potential. Under optimal storage conditions, this wine can continue to develop until 2050. Patience is rewarded with a refinement of the taste and an even richer aromatic complexity.

2019 Dr. Want to order Bürklin-Wolf Gaisböhl Grand Cru online?

This special wine can be ordered from Grandcruwijnen. The bottle is stored in our conditioned Wine Warehouse, so that the quality is guaranteed. When collecting, you will often receive an attractive discount. You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Collect' on the checkout page.

Specifications

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Block Bundle Options No
Type of Wine White
Country Germany
Region Pfalz
Winery Dr. Bürklin Wolf
Grape Riesling
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan Yes
Vintage 2019
Drinking as of 2024
Drinking till 2050
Alcohol % 12.5
Alcohol free/low No
Content 0.75 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Parker rating 97
James Suckling rating 95
Tasting Profiles Aromatic, Floral, Complex, Dry, Fresh, Fruity, Mineral, Tense, White fruit
Drink moments Indruk maken, Lekker luxe

Professional Reviews

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Parker

97

James Suckling

95

Wijnhuis

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Bürklin-Wolf owns vineyards in the most famous “Lagen” of the Mittelhaardt. The company owns vineyards in several Lagen (vineyards) in the towns of Forst, Deidesheim, Ruppertsberg and Wachenheim. For the classification of the dry Riesling wines, Bürklin-Wolf uses the Burgundian model of the quality pyramid. In this model, the terroir, yield and maturity of the grapes are taken into account, so Grand Cru (GC) and Premier Cru are used. Bürklin-Wolf is a member of the VDP (Verband Deutscher Prädikats- und Qualitätsweingüter) but nevertheless does not use the term Grosses Gewächs.

The roots of the Dr. Bürklin-Wolf go back to the 16th century. The winery, with 86 hectares of vineyards, is one of the largest private estates in Germany and has been managed since 1992 by Christian von Guradze together with his wife, the heiress to the family winery. Although it had been known for its Auslese and Trockenbeerenauslesen for some time, the focus of production shifted to dry white wines, mainly vinified from Riesling. The total production concept of the traditional company Dr. Bürklin-Wolf changed fundamentally and led it back to the top of the Palatinate wines in particular through an extreme focus on quality. The cultivation of the vineyards has been converted since 2005 in accordance with biodynamic guidelines.

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