Furst Chardonnay R
The cultivation and vinification of white Burgundian varieties according to the Burgundy model is of particular importance to Weingut Rudolf Fürst. The grapes are gently crushed with the feet. The wines ferment in small oak barrels and mature on the gross lees for a minimum of 16 months before bottling. The Weisser Burgunder “R” comes from the easternmost plot of the Bürgstädter Berg and is the winery’s top Pinot Blanc. The Chardonnay R and the Astheimer Chardonnay Village Wines come from the “grand cru” vineyard Karthäuser and grow on meagre, white shell limestone. The Bürgstadt growths are racy and filigree with distinct mineral character and vibrant citrus notes, Contrarily, the Karthäuser wines are distinguished by minerality derived from shell limestone soils. They are particularly fine and silky and taste of pear and grapefruit. After adequate bottle maturation, beautiful brioche and hazelnut notes appear.
Produced by Fürst
A family winery with roots dating back to 1638. Paul Fürst, along with his wife Monika, took the reins in 1979, relocating the winery to the outskirts of the village, where it's cozily nestled within the Centgrafenberg vineyard. Starting with a modest 1.5-hectare vineyard, the Fürsts' meticulous expansion efforts have now blossomed into a sprawling 21-hectare estate, predominantly dedicated to Spätburgunder (German for Pinot Noir). They emphasize meticulous vineyard care, selective hand harvesting, and eco-friendly practices, resulting in wines that have earned accolades from near and far.
Tasting Notes
Yellow fruit and citrus notes at the forefront. The wine's quality comes through on the finish with crushed stones and saltiness.
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