LOUIS GUNTRUM DORNFELDER TROCKEN
Louis Guntrum Estate was established in 1648. The 11th generation, Louis Konstantin Guntrum, owns and manages the estate today. The premises and cellars are located directly on the Rhine between the two small villages of Nierstein and Oppenheim.
The estate has over 60 hectares of vineyards, including the tiny Monopole Vineyard, Schutzenhutte at Oppenheimer, and a holding in the renowned Niersteiner Olberg. From very dry to lusciously sweet, Louis Guntrum wines are enjoyed in over 80 countries worldwide.
Dornfelder was first grown in 1955, it is a crossing between Helfensteiner and Herold grape varieties. After manual harvest, must occurs heat maceration then filtration prior to fermentation in stainless steel. One final filtration prior to bottling.
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Germany |
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APPELLATION:
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Rheinhessen |
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GRAPES:
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100% Dornfelder |
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APPEARANCE:
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Dark ruby color and spread its pleasant fragrance. |
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AROMA:
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Large and attractive aroma, fruity notes.
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PALATE:
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Flavors of blackberries and cherries, delicate tannins and a long finish. |
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FOOD PAIRING:
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Meal dishes with pork and poultry, mild cheeses, pasta or just on its own.
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SERVE:
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14/18 °C |
