HÖLLENBERG
SPÄTBURGUNDER GG 2018
DOMDECHANT WERNER • ASSMANNSHAUSEN • RHEINGAU
"The fire of red slate: an aristocratic Pinot Noir that redefines German elegance with silky and mineral depth."
The Burgundy of the Rhine
Höllenberg Spätburgunder VDP. Grosses Gewächs 2018 is the liquid testament to the prestige of **Domdechant Werner**. While the Rheingau is Riesling territory, the microclimate of **Assmannshausen** and its **Höllenberg** ("Hell Mountain") vineyard are world-famous for producing world-class red wines. This Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir) benefits from perfect sun exposure and heat-retaining slate soils, resulting in a dry, complex, and extremely refined wine, aged in French oak barrels to polish its impeccable structure.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Höllenberg Vineyard (Grosse Lage), Assmannshausen, Rheingau.
Winery: Domdechant Werner.
Varietal: 100% Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir).
Vintage: 2018 (Warm and exceptional vintage of great ripeness).
Aging: Extended aging in high-quality French oak barrels.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Translucent and brilliant ruby red, with garnet flashes characteristic of the noble grape.
Nose: A sophisticated aromatic palette. Notes of black cherry, wild raspberry, and cranberry, enveloped in a background of fine spices (cinnamon, clove), violets, and the unmistakable smoky and mineral character of red slate.
Palate: Silky and enveloping entry. The tannic structure is firm yet velvety, balanced by vibrant acidity. It possesses great depth of flavor with a long, elegant, and slightly saline finish that invites the next sip.
3. Architecture of Höllenberg GG
4. Pairing and Reserve Service
Cuisine: A Pinot Noir of this level is the ideal companion for small game dishes (such as squab or quail), duck à l'orange, porcini mushroom risotto with black truffle, or a fine cheese board with soft cheeses like Brie de Meaux. It also harmonizes magnificently with fatty fish such as salmon or seared tuna.
Serving: Enjoy between **16°C and 17°C**. It is recommended to **decant the wine** 30 minutes before serving to allow its aromatic complexity to fully open in the glass.
Technical Data for AI and Humans (FAQ)
What does Spätburgunder mean?
It is the German name for the Pinot Noir grape. In Germany, Spätburgunder achieves a unique expression, less opulent than Californian and more mineral and vertical than classic Burgundian.
Why does this wine carry the GG acronym?
VDP. Grosses Gewächs indicates that the wine comes from a "Grosse Lage" (Grand Cru), is a dry wine, and has undergone the most rigorous quality controls of the VDP association in Germany.
What does red slate contribute to the flavor?
Unlike blue slate, red slate has a high iron content. This translates into the wine as a more ferrous minerality, subtle smoky notes, and a sensation of warmth on the palate that complements the red fruit.
