Rosé trocken - Staatsweinkellerei Eberbach

Rosé trocken - Staatsweinkellerei EberbachA brilliant salmon pink shines in the glass and immediately catches the eye. The Rosé dry – Staatsweinkellerei Eberbach presents a crystal-clear color with slightly coppery reflections, like a summer evening in the Rheingau. As soon as it is poured, a fine aroma of red berries rises, precise and bell-clear. On the nose, this rosé unfolds an intense spectrum of fruit. Delicate notes of wild strawberries and raspberries combine with the typical aromatics of Pinot Noir. The stated aromas of blackberry and blackcurrant come across as deep and juicy, accompanied by a hint of forest floor reminiscent of a cool morning in a deciduous forest. Fine floral nuances of pink blossoms and a delicate scent of rosehip round off the bouquet. In the background there are light mineral notes, reminiscent of wet slate and fresh gravel. On the palate, the Rosé dry – Staatsweinkellerei Eberbach displays a crisp, firm texture. The fruit appears crystal-clear, juicy and direct. Ripe strawberries, blackberries and redcurrants dance across the tongue. The dry style is refreshing, the acidity is lively and brings tension. The body is medium-weight, elegant and floating, never heavy. The mineral streak from loess, slate and silicate rock lends grip and bite. The finish is long, with notes of red berries, some cassis and a hint of pink grapefruit. The freshness of this rosé is driven by aging in stainless steel tanks. Without any influence of wood, the fruit remains in the foreground. The style comes across as clear, linear and animating. The wine shows the classic character of the Rheingau, interpreted in a modern way: fruit, precision, structure and an elegant aftertaste. The pure Pinot Noir gives the wine its fine tannin structure. The tannins are very delicate, barely noticeable, and give the texture a light grip that makes it highly drinkable. The typicity of the grape variety is very clear. Pinot Noir in rosé style brings red berries, fine spice and often a hint of earth. Exactly this combination appears here, yet always with a fresh, light character. The alcohol content of 11.5% by volume supports the wine without weighing it down. The result is an ideal summer and terrace wine, and at the same time a serious food companion. The most important aromas at a glance are revealed in a clear structure: Red fruit: strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant Dark berries: blackberry, blackcurrant, cassis Floral notes: pink blossoms, rosehip Spice and earth: forest floor, fine herbs, a hint of pepper Mineral nuances: wet slate, cool stone This is a rosé that convinces both on its own and at the table. It accompanies light dishes, provides fresh impulses and enhances the aromas of the food. In everyday life it is as suitable as a weekday wine as it is a radiant star of the barbecue party. At a picnic in the park or on the balcony, this rosé creates a harmonious moment of enjoyment. This short guide helps with a quick classification: Style: fresh, dry, fruit-driven, mineral Body: medium, with a slender, elegant line Acidity: lively, clear, very animating Finish: long, with red berries and a mineral aftertaste Enjoyment factor: high drinkability, ideal for many occasions In the glass, the Rosé dry – Staatsweinkellerei Eberbach displays all its strengths. The wine always remains in balance. Fruit, freshness, minerality and length interlock precisely and lend it an impressive elegance for its relaxed character. Production of the Rosé dry from Staatsweinkellerei Eberbach The grapes for this rosé grow in the traditional Rheingau. The vineyards lie on slopes overlooking the Rhine. The climate offers mild temperatures, sunny days and cool nights. This combination provides ripe aromas while preserving fresh acidity. On loess, slate and silicate rock, the vines develop deep roots. This creates a clear mineral note in the finished wine. The rosé is made from pure Pinot Noir. This grape variety is considered a diva among red grapes. In the Rheingau it develops fine, cool fruit and an elegant structure. As a rosé, Pinot Noir shows an especially delicate side. The red berries appear light-footed, the tannins soft and polished. It is precisely this character that shapes the wine from Staatsweinkellerei Eberbach. The harvest is done by hand. The experienced teams in the vineyard sort the grapes right on the vine. Only fully ripe and carefully selected grapes make it to the winery. This significantly increases the quality of the must. Hand-picking also allows for very gentle handling, as the berries arrive intact in the cellar. In the cellar, gentle processing follows. The grapes quickly go into the press. For rosé, the contact between juice and skins is brief. This allows color to flow from the skins into the must without extracting strong tannins. The delicate salmon pink is created through this fine tuning of time, temperature and pressure. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at cool temperatures. This preserves the fresh berry aromas. The clear ...