Konni & Evi Grauburgunder 2022 white

Konni & Evi Grauburgunder 2022 is a fresh, characterful white from the cool-climate Saale-Unstrut region in eastern Germany. Crafted from Grauburgunder (also known as Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio), this wine balances bright, northern freshness with a gentle, textural richness. As one of Germany’s emerging regions for distinctive, terroir-driven whites, Saale-Unstrut gives this Grauburgunder a precise, mineral edge that sets it apart from its Italian and Alsatian cousins.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the Konni & Evi Grauburgunder 2022 typically shows a pale lemon to light straw hue, sometimes with a faint copper tinge that’s characteristic of the grape. The nose leans toward fresh orchard and stone fruits – think pear, yellow apple and a touch of white peach – layered with hints of citrus zest, floral notes and a subtle mineral, almost stony backbone. On the palate, expect a dry, lively style with clean acidity that keeps things crisp and refreshing. The fruit profile mirrors the nose: ripe pear, apple and delicate peach, supported by gentle spice and a faint nuttiness. The texture is medium-bodied with a smooth, almost creamy mid-palate, balanced by that cool-climate tension. This is a wine meant to be enjoyed in its youth for maximum freshness and vibrancy, ideally within 2–4 years of the vintage.

Production
Saale-Unstrut is Germany’s northernmost quality wine region, marked by cool temperatures, limestone and sandstone soils, and steep, often terraced vineyards that capture precious sun and retain heat. These conditions yield naturally high acidity and a clear expression of site, ideal for a grape like Grauburgunder. Grapes are typically harvested by hand to ensure careful selection and preserve the delicate skins, then gently pressed to avoid bitterness. Fermentation commonly takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel to lock in freshness and pure fruit character, with a period of maturation on fine lees to add subtle texture and complexity without masking the terroir-driven minerality. (Exact methods may vary slightly by vintage and parcel, but the focus is on clarity, precision and elegance.)

Food & Serving
Konni & Evi Grauburgunder 2022 is a versatile food wine that shines with lighter, delicately flavored dishes. It pairs beautifully with freshwater fish, simple grilled white fish, sushi, ceviche, and shellfish, as well as roast chicken, veal schnitzel, mild pork dishes and salads with citrus or herb dressings. It also works well with soft cheeses like young goat’s cheese, Brie or mild washed-rind cheeses. Serve well-chilled but not icy, ideally around 8–10 °C (46–50 °F), so the aromatics can open up. Decanting is not necessary, but pouring the wine into a slightly larger white wine glass and giving it a few minutes in the glass will help reveal its more subtle floral and mineral notes.

Producer
Konni & Evi is a small, quality-focused producer based in the Saale-Unstrut region of Germany, an area long known locally for wine but only recently gaining broader international attention. Working in a relatively cool and marginal climate, they emphasize careful vineyard work and minimal intervention in the cellar to allow their wines to reflect the character of their sites. By championing varieties such as Grauburgunder and expressing them through a distinctly northern German lens, Konni & Evi contribute to the growing recognition of Saale-Unstrut as a source of precise, elegant and terroir-driven wines. Their bottlings are increasingly sought after by adventurous wine lovers looking beyond the classic regions for something authentic, pure and regionally expressive.

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