{"product_id":"margarethenhof-weissburgunder-reserve-2020-white","title":"Margarethenhof, Weissburgunder Reserve 2020 White","description":"\u003cp\u003eMargarethenhof’s Weissburgunder Reserve 2020 brings together the elegance of old-vine Pinot Blanc with the depth and texture of careful oak aging. From the Mosel region, this is a generously styled white wine that balances ripe fruit, subtle vanilla, and a layered, Burgundian feel. The result is a modern yet quietly traditional wine that reflects both the family’s terroir-driven approach and Nicolas Weber’s hands-off winemaking philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePale straw to lightly golden in the glass, this Weissburgunder Reserve shows a polished, inviting appearance. The nose is expressive and ripe, offering white and yellow fruit aromas alongside a delicate hint of vanilla from the oak.\n\nOn the palate, it is juicy and rich, with plenty of mid-palate weight and a rounded texture. The old vines and oak influence add depth and complexity, making it feel layered and complete rather than simply fruity. It has the structure to develop further over the next few years, gaining even more nuance with bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMargarethenhof is located in Ayl at the Mosel, where the family’s vineyards are split between the Saar and the southern Weinmosel. This diversity of terroir gives the estate access to both limestone soils, which are well suited to fuller-bodied Burgunder styles, and slate soils that shape the more mineral-driven wines of the region. The Weissburgunder Reserve comes from old vines and is crafted with a natural, low-intervention mindset under winemaker Nicolas Weber, who has led production since the 2020 harvest. Fermentation and maturation in oak lend the wine its layered structure and subtle aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with roast chicken, veal, pork tenderloin, creamy mushroom dishes, or richer seafood such as monkfish or scallops with butter sauce. It also works well with soft cheeses and dishes with a lightly toasted or nutty character. Serve at around 10–12°C, and decanting is optional but can be worthwhile if you want the oak and fruit to open up more quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMargarethenhof is a family-run estate in Ayl, positioned between the Mosel and Saar, two of Germany’s most distinctive wine zones. The Weber family works with vineyards on both limestone and slate soils, giving the winery a broad stylistic range and a strong terroir identity. Since 2020, Nicolas Weber has taken over as winemaker, bringing an oenological background and a thoughtful, nature-minded approach that combines tradition with experimentation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Margarethenhof","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54366836949329,"sku":"VDZ-10269756096848-52306936037712","price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2019-weissburgunder-reserve.jpg?v=1784541811","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/margarethenhof-weissburgunder-reserve-2020-white","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}