Pinot Blanc – 2025

Weißburgunder 2025. Pfälzer Pinot Blanc from cool hillside locations, clear and juicy.

Weißburgunder 2025 is a dry white wine from the estate wine range of Weingut Markus Schneider. Its grapes grow at high-altitude sites above the Palatine Plain. No oak-aged wine, no aromatic grape variety, no heavy Burgundy.

The Weißburgunder 2025 is a Palatine Pinot Blanc from Ellerstadt, vinified in stainless steel and defined by fruit, acidity, and a fine roundness. Veal medallions for some, fried trout for others: Such evenings put any wine selection to the test.

An aromatic wine like Sauvignon would overpower the fish, while a red wine would clash with the cream sauce. This Weißburgunder holds back and is therefore a good match for both.

Pear, apple and a subtle floral note

The Weißburgunder 2025 smells of yellow pear and freshly cut apple, with a light floral note. On the palate it is juicy, while the lively acidity keeps the fruit vibrant. A delicate roundness lingers on the finish, brought about by slow ripening in cool locations.

Weißburgunder naturally smells more restrained than its relatives Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay. Its strength lies in texture and drinkability, not in perfume.

Those expecting an expressive, exotic-smelling white wine will find it too subtle. But if you are looking for a wine that does not overpower the food, this is the one for you.

With trout, veal medallions and porcini mushroom risotto

This kind of Weißburgunder accompanies dishes with butter, cream and mild herbs without overpowering them. Trout Müllerin-style with brown butter and parsley is a classic combination. Veal medallions à la Zurich with Rösti complement its roundness.

A risotto with porcini mushrooms and Parmesan is just as good a match as kohlrabi gratin with a pinch of nutmeg. For a light supper, a mild mountain cheese with fresh farmhouse bread is all you need. A potato soup with marjoram and roasted bread cubes is also a simple but harmonious accompaniment.

Our tip: Take the wine out of the refrigerator about ten minutes before pouring and serve it at 9 to 10 °C. If it is too cold, it loses exactly the fine fruit that makes it special. It is less suitable for heavily spiced Asian dishes, as it lacks residual sweetness.

Late ripening in the cool heights above Ellerstadt

For the 2025 vintage, the grapes come from the foothills and from exposed, high-altitude sites. Temperatures there are lower than on the plain, so ripening starts later. The grapes hang on the vine longer, develop more fruit, and yet retain their fresh acidity. In the Palatinate, one of Germany's warmest wine regions, such cool locations are a real asset, as acidity can quickly fade in hot summers.

Weißburgunder, known internationally as Pinot Blanc, is the lighter member of the Burgundy family and originated from a color mutation of Pinot Blanc. In Germany, the variety has gained significant acreage over recent decades. Markus Schneider turned to Burgundy early on, and it still forms the backbone of his estate wines.

At the winery, the berries have brief contact with their skins so that aromatic compounds can transfer to the juice. Then they are pressed at low pressure, which keeps harsh tannins from the seeds and stems at bay. Fermentation takes place under temperature control in stainless steel tanks, which preserve the clarity of the fruit.

Good to know: An estate wine does not bear a single vineyard designation on the label. It showcases the style of the winery across several vineyards, not the character of a single vineyard.

A subtle white wine for many occasions

What sets this Weißburgunder apart is its restraint. It does not impose itself with oak or a fireworks display of aromas, but lets the food take center stage. This makes it a reliable house wine for evenings when several dishes are on the table.

As a gift for an invitation when you do not yet know the menu, it is a safe choice. How the vintage has developed can be seen by comparing it with the Weißburgunder from the previous year. If you prefer something livelier, try the white Hullabaloo cuvée.

A white wine that makes a subtle entrance and is nevertheless the first bottle to be emptied at the end of the evening.