Journey to Germany – Pfalz & Rheinhessen
Wine, Tasting Notes, and Food Pairings
Karl Schaefer Riesling Sekt Brut is a sparkling wine from the Karl Schaefer winery located in the Pfalz region of Germany. This wine features classic Riesling characteristics such as high acidity, fresh citrus and green apple flavors, and a pronounced minerality. It is known for being quite dry, crisp, and having a long, mouth-puckering finish with stony and herbal notes. The style is described as austere, with lovely intensity and purity, though some reviewers find it somewhat one-dimensional compared to the best sparkling Rieslings. It is considered well-made and best enjoyed with dishes that complement its racy acidity and fresh profile.
Paired with: Potato chips and mixed nuts.
Müller-Ruprecht Rose is a notable Pinot Noir Rosé from the Pfalz region in Germany, recognized for its fresh, energetic style and certified organic viticulture. The wine is celebrated for being juicy, succulent, and refreshing, with flavors of red fruit, including cranberry and citrus, along with a crisp finish and touches of minerality that reflect its terroir
Paired with:Marinated Goat cheese with herbs topped with thin slices of grapes or plum, balsamic rose, and Tasmanian salt.
The Muller-Catoir Scheurebe 2023 is a dry white wine from the Pfalz region in Germany, known for its refreshing profile and expressive aromatics. This vintage offers powerful scents of freshly cut grass, lime, and citrus, with additional notes of grapefruit, peach, almond, and even vanilla bean. The wine is elegant, medium-bodied, and displays a vibrant and excellent balance of fruit and acidity with a bright, clean finish. It is well-regarded for its freshness, juiciness, and ability to pair perfectly with seafood, salads, and lighter dishes
Paired with:Creamy fresh cheese topped with roasted tomatoes with red onion and ginger and curry powder.
Müller-Catoir Muskateller 2023 is widely praised for its outstanding clarity, lively acidity, and complex flavor profile, marking it as one of the top dry Muscat wines from Germany in recent vintages. This wine features vibrant aromas of orange blossom, mandarin orange, persimmon, grapefruit, and hints of green apple and nutmeg. On the palate, it shows concentrated fruit flavors balanced by super-elegant acidity, creating a remarkably long, bright, and precise finish. The wine is noted for being dry (trocken), thus avoiding the typical sweetness and cliché “fruity” notes associated with Muscat, instead emphasizing freshness and refinement.
Paired with: Pretzel, honey mustard, slice of green apple & chicken apple sausage.
Pfluger Buntsandstein Pinot Noir is a biodynamic wine from the Pfalz region of Germany, crafted by Weingut Pflüger. This Pinot Noir is known for its bright red fruit character, smooth tannins, and earthy undertones. The wine is medium-bodied and features notes of cherry, wild berries, and a subtle hint of spice, with some vintages showing herbal and mushroom qualities as well.
Paired with: German Mushroom Brie with caramelized onion preserves.