Von Winning ‘II’ Sauvignon Blanc Trocken, Pfalz, Germany

Description

From the sun-drenched slopes of Deidesheim in Germany’s Pfalz, the 2023 Von Winning Sauvignon Blanc II – Royale Trocken bursts with brightness and aromatic precision. Crafted entirely in stainless steel to preserve its crystalline purity, this cuvée channels both the vigor of its volcanic-sandy soils and the finesse of meticulous, organic viticulture. It’s a wine that brims with freshness and energy, alive with herbal lift, ripe fruit, and the quiet confidence of a masterfully balanced Sauvignon Blanc.

Product Details:

• Winemaker: Stephan Attmann
• Owner: Jana Seeger 
• Cuvée: Sauvignon Blanc II – Royale Trocken
• Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Soils: Loam, loess, and red sandstone with limestone influence
• Vineyard Sources: Deidesheimer Paradiesgarten, Herrgottsacker, and Kallstadter Steinacker
• Farming: Practicing organic and sustainable, high-density vine planting (9,500 vines/ha)
• Fermentation: Spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel; temperature-controlled to preserve aromatics
• Aging: Short maturation on fine lees in tank
• Alcohol: 12%
• Residual Sugar: Dry (Royale Trocken)
• Acidity: Lively and balanced
• Bottling: Gravity-flow cellar; minimal handling
• Contains Sulphites

Sensory Description:

This Sauvignon Blanc opens with a lifted bouquet of lime zest, cucumber peel, and fresh herbs, evolving into aromas of gooseberry, redcurrant, and tarragon. On the palate, its texture is sleek and polished, carried by brisk acidity and a mineral core that nods to Pfalz’s sandstone soils. Notes of green melon, lemongrass, and dill unfold in layers, culminating in a long, saline finish that lingers with both tension and charm.

Winemaker’s Background:

Founded in 1849, Weingut Von Winning is one of the most revered estates in the Pfalz, known for its uncompromising devotion to terroir and natural expression. Under the leadership of Stephan Attmann since 2008, the winery has become a benchmark for Germany’s finest dry wines. Attmann draws inspiration from Burgundy, emphasizing deep-rooted vines, spontaneous fermentation, and gravity-flow vinification to preserve purity and balance. Von Winning’s vineyards in Forst, Deidesheim, and Ruppertsberg yield wines that combine power, precision, and elegance, hallmarks of this forward-thinking, environmentally conscious estate.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 8–10 °C in a tall white-wine glass to highlight its zesty aromatics and lively texture. Perfect as an aperitif, it pairs beautifully with white fish, sushi, shellfish, or fresh goat cheese. Its herbal nuance also complements Thai-inspired dishes, spring vegetables, or citrus-based salads.