The Auggener Liesten is one of the steepest worksites in the Markgräflerland — a 58° slope on calcareous loess-loam, facing south-southwest. Pinot Blanc here behaves like a different grape: deep-rooted, late-ripening, with a tension and length that lowland sites don’t deliver. Hand-harvested, fermented on native yeasts in the cellar’s natural-stone vault, raised in oak, unfiltered and unfined. 94 Falstaff points for the 2022.

Tasting notes

Fresh and clear, like a gentle sea breeze in spring.

On the nose, elegant aromas of juicy pear, ripe apricot and a hint of grapefruit, with delicate brioche notes and white blossom. A subtle saline note adds freshness and precision.

On the palate, dry and slender with a fine texture. The fruit is lively and juicy, supported by soft, well-integrated acidity. Pear and apricot combine with delicate citrus notes and a hint of pineapple.

The finish is harmonious, fresh and pleasantly juicy with elegant length.

Technical data

94 Falstaff points.