Structure

Bodyfull
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oakbarrel aged

Drinking window

Best 5 to 15 years from vintage.
vintage5 yrs15 yrs17 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Full-bodiedHigh acidityDryLong finish

Palate: racy and herbal, mineral character

Grosse Lage Weissburgunder from the Achkarrer Schlossberg, racy and herbal with mineral character and real ageing potential, per the producer's own tasting note.

What it pairs with

  • Roast veal with morels
    Full body and mineral drive suit a rich, earthy veal dish.
  • Grilled langoustine
    Racy acidity complements sweet, delicate shellfish.
  • Aged Comte
    A long, nutty cheese finish matches the wine's own length.

History

Stigler farms this Weissburgunder on the Achkarrer Schlossberg, a second Grosse Lage site outside the estate's home Vorderer Winklerberg.

Facts

Producer
Weingut Stigler · visiting guide
Grapes
Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc)
Classification
VDP.Grosse Lage
Oak
Large neutral oak casks with a portion of barrique, per Grosse Lage white practice.
ABV
13.0%
Price
EUR34-38 at retail
Drinking window
5-15 from vintage

Frequently asked about Schlossberg Achkarren Weissburgunder GG

What does Schlossberg Achkarren Weissburgunder GG taste like?

The producer describes it as racy and herbal with mineral character.

When should I drink it?

Best from 5 years after vintage, with ageing potential to about 15 years.

What food pairs with it?

Roast veal with morels and grilled langoustine both suit its full body and mineral drive.

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