Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2019 / 750ml | ≈ $31.47Original €28.00≈ £23.65 | diel.eu ↗ |
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris)
Region Nahe
Fermentation Vessels Large oak casks and small French-oak pièces
Pressing Method Gentle Pressing After Several Hours Of Skin Contact, With Duration Dependent On Grape Ripeness
Natural Yeast Yes
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types Oak from local forests and French oak
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details Fully ripe, nearly purple Grauburgunder grapes are selected for Pinot Gris Réserve. Depending on ripeness, the crushed grapes receive several hours of skin contact before gentle pressing. Fermentation and maturation with natural yeasts take place in large casks made from oak from local forests and small French-oak pièces; only part of the barrel stock is renewed each year. Recommended serving temperature is 8–10°C.
Tasting Notes Fresh acacia blossom and quince, with roasted hazelnut and wild-herb notes.
Food Pairing Fish dishes, light poultry and veal dishes, and strongly flavoured cheeses.
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2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris)
Drinking Window 4–15 years after harvest
Region Nahe
Fermentation Vessels Large oak casks and French-oak barriques
Pressing Method Gentle Pressing After Several Hours Of Pre-Press Skin Contact
Natural Yeast Yes
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types Oak from local forests and French oak
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Closure Natural Cork
Production Details The grapes receive several hours of pre-press skin contact, followed by gentle pressing. Fermentation and maturation with natural yeasts take place in large casks made from oak from local forests and in French-oak barriques. The wine remains on its lees in cask for 10 months, followed by an unspecified period of bottle maturation. Recommended serving temperature is 8–10°C.
Tasting Notes Fresh linden blossom and hazelnut aromas; juicy yet elegant body, mineral structure and a delicately spicy finish.
Food Pairing Hearty fish and meat dishes, particularly dishes served with light-coloured sauces.
Critics Ratings 90 points Vinous; 94 points James Suckling
Producer Information
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Caroline &
Sylvain Diel
Sylvain Diel
Cellarmaster
Caroline Diel