Aufspiel Rosé trocken - Keth

The Aufspiel Rosé dry – Keth shows in the glass a radiant, delicate salmon-pink rosé with finely shimmering reflections. Even at the first swirl, a playful scent of juicy blackberry and ripe sour cherry rises. Floral hints of fragrant rose and fine violet set elegant accents and give the wine a charming, slightly playful note.

On the palate, a silky-feeling mouthfeel unfolds with a clear, animating structure. The fruit of dark berry mix and juicy cherry meets a lively, precise acidity. Fine, barely perceptible tannins provide backbone and structure without overshadowing the delicate melt. The rosé appears distinguished, clearly defined and at the same time wonderfully effortless. The finish is fruit-driven, fresh and elegant, with pleasantly lingering aromas of cherry and berries.

This rosé wine is created as a characterful cuvée of Dornfelder and Pinot Noir from the Rheinhessen growing region in Germany. The combination of fruit-intense Dornfelder and finely structured Pinot Noir gives the wine depth, finesse and a balanced play of aromas. With its mild climate and varied soils, Rheinhessen offers ideal conditions for producing such a harmonious rosé.

• Wine color: elegant rosé with delicate reflections
• Grape varieties: Dornfelder & Pinot Noir
• Origin: Rheinhessen, Germany
• Texture: silky, clear and animating
• Taste: dry, fruit-driven, distinguished
• Style: vegan, organically certified, Q.b.A.

1. Bouquet: blackberry, sour cherry, rose, violet
2. Palate: silky, fresh acidity, subtle tannins
3. Finish: fruity, clear, elegantly persistent

In the interplay of fruit, structure and acidity, a rosé emerges that presents a coherent overall impression both on its own on the balcony or terrace and as a companion to food. The silky-feeling texture meets a lively yet finely integrated acidity, so the impression remains present for a long time and at the same time pleasantly light-footed.

Production of Aufspiel Rosé dry by Keth

The Keth winery in Rheinhessen works with a consistent focus on organic cultivation. The vines grow on gently rolling sites with a varied soil profile ranging from loess and loam to calcareous sections. The mild climate, characterized by many hours of sunshine, gives the grapes a long ripening period, resulting in intense aromas and a lively, clear freshness.

For Aufspiel Rosé dry – Keth, Dornfelder and Pinot Noir grapes of carefully checked quality make their way into the cellar. Harvesting is selective so that only fully ripe, aromatic grapes flow into the rosé cuvée. The berries initially remain on the skins for a short time so that the delicate rosé hue and the typical fruit aromas of blackberry and sour cherry pass into the must.

This is followed by cool, temperature-controlled fermentation, which preserves the fresh, floral character and the crisp fruit. Maturation takes place predominantly in stainless steel tanks. This keeps the focus clearly on the primary aromas and the delicate structure. The wine thus presents itself very pure, straightforward and unadulterated. The silky-feeling character arises from gentle maturation on the fine lees, which lends additional depth and a fine mouthfeel.

The winemaker’s style aims for elegance, clarity and drinking pleasure. Intense wood aromas are deliberately kept in the background so that the precise fruit and the distinguished character of the rosé take center stage. The cuvée of Dornfelder and Pinot Noir thereby gains a clear profile: fragrant, fruit-driven, silky in texture and with a lively, animating finale.

Enjoyment recommendations for Aufspiel Rosé dry – Keth

Aufspiel Rosé pairs wonderfully with a wide variety of dishes and accompanies both light, delicate and light, hearty dishes with convincing harmony. Its fresh red fruit and elegant structure combine beautifully with summery dishes, modern cuisine and uncomplicated everyday moments.

• Light, delicate dishes such as salads with fresh herbs, grilled vegetables or tender strips of poultry
• Light, hearty dishes such as pasta with creamy sauces, spicy tarte flambée or pan-fried chicken breast
• Light antipasti platters with vegetables, mild cheese and baguette
• Finger food and snacks for sociable evenings on the balcony or terrace

As a typical balcony and terrace wine, Aufspiel Rosé accompanies weekday evenings after work just as harmoniously as spontaneous get-togethers with friends. Its fresh style and silky-feeling texture are an ideal match for relaxed moments, picnics in the countryside or uncomplicated buffet situations. This rosé reveals its strengths both as a versatile food companion and as a stylish soloist in the glass.

The optimal serving temperature is around 8 to 10 °C. In this range, the wine shows its fruity aromatics of blackberry, sour cherry, rose and violet particularly clearly. A well-chilled white wine glass is ideal, as its elegant shape brings out the finesse of the aromas and the silky-feeling texture to best effect.

With appropriate storage in a cool, dark place, Aufspiel Rosé preserves its fresh, fruit-driven style for about two years from the vintage. The wine is most enjoyable when young, when the intense fruit and lively structure are fully in the foreground. For spontaneous enjoyment, a ready-to-hand place in the refrigerator is recommended so that the rosé is always prepared for the next pleasurable moment.

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