ASSMANNSHÄUSER
ROSÉ SEKT 2022
RHEINGAU • BRUT NATURE • GERMAN SEKT
"The elegance of the Rhine in effervescence: an ode to Pinot Noir on slate, where fine bubbles caress a diamond-like structure."
The Sparkling Soul of the Rheingau
Assmannshäuser Rosé Brut Nature 2022 is a collector's item. While the rest of **Rheingau** bows to Riesling, the village of **Assmannshausen** in **Germany** is the sanctuary of *Spätburgunder* (Pinot Noir). This Sekt is made following the traditional method of secondary fermentation in the bottle, remaining on lees to gain creamy complexity. Being **Brut Nature**, it presents itself bare, revealing an electric freshness and a deep minerality extracted from the steep slate soils overlooking the Rhine.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Assmannshausen, Rheingau, Germany.
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder).
Vintage: 2022.
Classification: Terroir Sekt, Brut Nature.
Soils: Assmannshausen slate (Höllenberg).
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Pale salmon color with bright glints. Fine, persistent, and elegant bubbles forming a perfect bead.
Nose: Delicate aromas of wild raspberry, orange peel, and toasted brioche. An undertone of wet stone and dried red flowers completes the profile.
Palate: Fresh and vertical attack. The absence of sugar highlights a vibrant texture. The mouthfeel is silky thanks to the Pinot Noir, with a long, dry, and deeply mineral finish.
3. Sekt Architecture
4. Pairing and Gala Service
Gastronomy: A high-gastronomy sparkling wine. Ideal with tuna tartare, beef carpaccio, grilled seafood, or premium sushi. Its dry character also makes it an exceptional companion for acorn-fed Iberian cured meats and aged cheeses.
Service: Enjoy at a temperature between **6°C and 8°C**. Use a white wine glass or tulip glass to allow the aromatic complexity of the Pinot Noir to unfold.
Technical Sheet and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is this wine comparable to Champagne?
It follows the same (traditional) method, but its profile is distinct due to the Assmannshausen slate. It is more mineral and "straightforward" than many Champagnes, offering an unmistakable purity of German red fruit.
What does the 2022 vintage bring to this sparkling wine?
The 2022 vintage allowed for perfect phenolic ripening of the Pinot Noir while preserving the necessary acidity for a world-class Brut Nature.
Why Brut Nature?
It is the choice of purists. By having no added sugar, the wine shows its true character and the quality of Rheingau viticulture, without embellishment.