Since ancient times, people have been cultivating vines, selecting fine varieties and continuously refining the methods of vinification. To this day, wine has lost none of its fascination - on the contrary: it is regarded as an expression of culture, lifestyle and fine flavour.
The art of viticulture combines knowledge, craftsmanship and an understanding of nature. Each grape variety has its own characteristics, characterised by climate, soil conditions and geographical location. This results in a variety of styles - from still wines to sparkling wines such as champagne, crémant, prosecco and sparkling wine to noble sweet specialities such as port or liqueur wine.
Winemaking - from the harvest to the finished drop
Production of a high-quality wine begins with careful grape harvesting. Whether harvested by hand or by machine - the choice of harvest time is decisive for ripeness, acidity and flavours. The stems are then removed from the grapes and they are gently pressed. Red wines are fermented on the skins and pulp for several days to weeks. Colour and tannins are thus released into the must.
White wines and rosé wines, on the other hand, are separated from the must after pressing and fermented separately. Fermentation is temperature-controlled in stainless steel tanks or traditional wooden barrels. Depending on the style and desired flavour, the wine is then clarified, filtered and either bottled young or aged in barrels for months to years.
Rosé wine - Fresh elegance in a delicate pink colour
Rosé wine has long since emancipated itself from its image as a summer wine or a middle ground between white and red wine. Only red or blue grapes are used for the production of rosé. It is crucial that the must only remains on the skins for a few hours so that the berry skins colour the wine a soft pink to pink.
Rosé wines delight with fruity flavours of strawberries, raspberries or redcurrants and have a pleasant freshness. They are preferably served chilled at 8-14 Garde load speed in slender white wine glasses. Rosé sparkling wine is now particularly popular - whether as Crémant Rosé, Rosé Prosecco or Champagne Rosé.
Rosé is an excellent culinary accompaniment to summer salads, light-coloured meat dishes such as poultry or veal, grilled fish and Mediterranean starters. A dry rosé wine is also an excellent choice for strong vegetarian dishes with tomatoes, peppers or goat's cheese.
White wine - complex, fresh and multi-faceted
White wine is produced by processing light-coloured grapes or by immediately pressing dark grapes without contact with the skins. The multi-faceted spectrum ranges from mineral Rieslings to fruity Sauvignon Blancs and opulent Chardonnay wines.
The fresh acidity structure and the fine flavours of citrus fruits, pome fruit or exotic notes make white wine an ideal accompaniment to food. Young, light white wines are best served at 8-10 °C, while full-bodied wines matured in wood develop their full flavour at 10-14 °C.
In the kitchen, white wines harmonise perfectly with fish and seafood, white meat, poultry and light pasta dishes. They are also a harmonious choice with salads and fruity desserts. Strong white wines such as a mature Chardonnay also accompany creamy Sauces or flavoursome cheeses such as mature Comté or goat's cheese.
Red wine - powerful, full of character and complex
Red wine gains its colour and structure through mash fermentation, in which the must rests on the berry skins for a Lengthy period of time. This allows tannins, colouring agents and aromas to enter the wine. From light Pinot Noirs to fruity Merlots and powerful Cabernet Sauvignons, the world of red wine offers an impressive spectrum.
Tannins and acidity give red wine structure and ageing potential. Young, tannin-rich wines benefit from decanting, while mature wines develop their bouquet best in large, bulbous glasses at 14-18 °C.
Powerful red wines are an ideal culinary accompaniment to dark meat such as beef, game or lamb. Velvety, fruity red wines complement pasta with strong tomato sauces, stews or grilled vegetables. Full-bodied red wines or a port wine are excellent accompaniments to blue cheese and chocolate.
Port wine - a noble sweet classic with depth
Port wine comes from Portugal's Douro Valley and is fortified by adding wine distillate, which stops fermentation early and preserves the natural sweetness. It is then matured in wooden barrels, which gives it different flavours and characters depending on the type (Ruby, Tawny, Vintage).
Port wine is a classic digestif, but is also an excellent accompaniment to mature blue cheese, strong chocolate desserts or nuts and dried fruit. Its complex flavours of dark berries, plums and spices make it a stylish end to a meal.
Sparkling wines - elegance and freshness with a fine mousseux
Whether champagne, crémant, prosecco or sparkling wine - sparkling wines are synonymous with sparkling elegance and fine-sparkling freshness. They are produced through a second fermentation, either directly in the bottle (champagne, crémant) or in the tank (prosecco, sparkling wine). The grape varieties, the duration of ageing on the lees and the dosage determine the style and quality.
A Brut Nature Champagne is distinctive and dry, while a mild Prosecco will delight you with its fruity lightness. Sparkling wines are classics for festive occasions and cut just as good a figure as an aperitif as they do as an accompaniment to food.
In culinary terms, sparkling wines go well with oysters, seafood, fine fish dishes and white meat. Dry versions also harmonise with sushi, air-dried ham and mild cheese. Rosé sparkling wines are ideal with berry desserts and creamy cakes.
The art of glass selection and decanting
Choosing the right glass is just as important for the perfect wine experience as the temperature or decanting. Delicate white wine glasses with a narrow goblet preserve freshness, while full-bodied red wines can breathe and develop their flavours in voluminous glasses. Sparkling wines enjoy their fine perlage and fruitiness ideally in slender, tulip-shaped glasses.
Young, tannin-rich red wines in particular benefit from decanting: Contact with oxygen softens the tannins and opens up the bouquet. Aged wines can be freed from sediment in this way. For sparkling wines and young white or rosé wines, on the other hand, direct consumption is recommended, served chilled from the appropriate glass.
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