2020 Burklin-Wolf Riesling Hommage a Luise Kabinett, Wachenheim Pfalz

Effusive white fruit and mirabelle with some floral notes make this racy, Kabinett-style riesling so juicy and energetic on the palate, with a long, medium-dry, mineral finish. From biodynamically grown grapes. The first vintage of this wine. Drink now. Screw cap.

91 points Stuart Pigott jamessuckling.com July 2021

A new addition to the range and a return to the delicate Kabinett style not produced here for some time. The wine honours Luise Wolf (1847-1925), grand-daughter and heiress of Johann Ludwig Wolf the owner of ‘outstanding vineyard sites in Wachenheim, Forst, Deidesheim and Ruppertsberg’ to quote a merchant of the day. In 1875 Luise married Dr Albert Bürklin from Karlsruhe-Durlach, giving rise to the winery’s current name. Following their marriage, Albert moved to Wachenheim and helped expand the Estate to become a model of quality wine production. He later became the Vice-President of the German parliament from 1884-1895.

Fruit from cool vineyard sites close to the Pfalz forest between Wachenheim and Bad Dürkheim is whole-bunch pressed and wild-fermented in stainless steel, then matured on fine lees over winter in a mix of tank and large oak fuders. The modest residual sugar level is perfectly balanced with vibrant acidity helping to emphasise the purity of the fruit, leading to a refreshing, almost-dry finish. A perfect Riesling for any occasion and a great choice for vegetarian dishes, seafood and mildly spicy Asian cuisine. Or on its own as an aperitif.

9.5% Alc/Vol; 27.7 g/l RS; 7.8 g/l TA.