La Taille Blanc de Noir - Oliver Zeter

The La Taille Blanc de Noir by Oliver Zeter presents itself in a radiant white with delicate golden reflections, highlighting its freshness and liveliness. The bouquet unfolds seductive aromas of ripe peach, delicate linden blossoms, and a fine minerality. The bouquet is complemented by subtle notes of almonds and quinces, imparting a fine, almost creamy complexity to the wine. On the palate, the wine reveals a distinctly dry, clear structure and a pleasant, melting mouthfeel. Its lively acidity of about 6.5 g/l provides tension and freshness, while the medium-length finish harmoniously rounds off the mineral and fruity components. This white wine made from Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Madeleine surprises with its balance between youthful finesse and pronounced depth, typical for the cool soils of the Pfalz.

The combination of peach and quince brings vibrant fruitiness, which gains additional warmth from the gentle almond note. The linden blossom aromas lend the wine a floral elegance, making it a versatile companion. The subtle barrel aging in barriques for 5 months imparts a hint of vanilla and fine toasted notes without overshadowing the freshness.

Vinification of the La Taille Blanc de Noir by Oliver Zeter

The grapes for the La Taille Blanc de Noir by Oliver Zeter come from carefully selected sites in the Pfalz. The soils of clay, loess, and sandstone provide optimal conditions for the grape varieties Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Madeleine. The cool climate and the careful hand-harvesting guarantee a gentle harvest of the grapes, preserving their freshness and aromatics.

The meticulous vinification begins with cold maceration, where the fresh grapes are slowly pressed to extract only the finest aromas and characteristic minerality. This is followed by fermentation at controlled low temperatures. The use of small, 225-liter barriques made from high-quality wood supports maturation. The barrel aging lasts five months and refines the wine in a gentle manner. This maturation gives the La Taille Blanc de Noir by Oliver Zeter its elegant depth and fine, harmonious vanilla notes.

The decision to use a screw cap ensures perfect preservation of the fresh-fruity aromas and guarantees maximum drinking enjoyment. The overall structure of the wine reflects modern, precise cellar technology and many years of experience, which particularly come into their own in the climatic environment of the Pfalz.

Food Pairing Recommendations for La Taille Blanc de Noir by Oliver Zeter

The La Taille Blanc de Noir by Oliver Zeter impresses as a versatile companion to a variety of dishes. Its dry, melting structure pairs excellently with the following dishes:

1. Fresh seafood, such as scallops or prawns, lightly sautéed and refined with citrus notes
2. Gently cooked light fish dishes, for example sea bass or sole, in a delicate herb sauce
3. Light poultry dishes, such as pan-fried guinea fowl breast with almonds or lemon-honey glaze
4. Vegetarian specialties with mild cheeses, like goat cheese or ricotta, combined with nuts and fresh vegetables
5. Light, hearty dishes such as refined asparagus with hollandaise sauce or braised leeks

Matching the youthful style and fine texture, light dishes with fresh seasoning and moderate acidity are recommended. The subtle minerality of the wine also harmonizes with lemon-based dishes, while the almond notes support combinations with nutty aromas.

• Try the wine at terrace parties or relaxed evenings with friends
• Serve it at 8 to 10°C in an elegant white wine glass to fully bring out the fine aromas
• Cellar-worthy for up to two years, the wine is also suitable for special occasions during the week

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