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Meyer-Nakel Illusion Blanc de Noirs 2022
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$80.00
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120 Tembeling Road
#01-01
Singapore 423619
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Meyer-Näkel Illusion Blanc de Noirs 2021
The name of the wine estate goes back to the marriage of grandparents Paula Meyer and Willibald Näkel in 1950. They cultivated an area of just 1.5 hectares, yet were able to make a name for themselves because Willibald’s production of dry red wines represented thoroughly pioneering work at the time where German wine was simply always sweet.
Werner Nakel took over the estate in the 1980s, and is considered one of the most important vintners in Germany. Today, the winery is run by 3rd generation Meike and Dörte (with their parents Werner and Claudia Näkel), who have embraced their family’s passion and skill for winemaking, with a fresh take on the River Ahr, Slate and Pinot Noir.
Blanc de Noir (French literally: “white from black”) is the French name for a white wine made from red wine varieties. The term has not yet been defined in German wine law, but is also not objected to the illusion of white wine.
Grape Varietals & Region: 100% Pinot Noir from Ahr, Germany. The secret of the Ahr wines is based on a perfect microclimate, which is created by the geological conditions. The steep, south-facing vineyards offer optimal exposure to the sun. The predominant weathered soils of slate and greywacke are easily warmed and are able to store this heat. The narrow valley, protected by the Eifel mountains, heats up quickly and offers the vines an ideal habitat.
Taste Profile: It is rich in nuances, with a play of aromas of pear, apple, yellow peach and an elegant minerality. The partial malolactic fermentation softens the acid slightly and allows the melty aromas to develop.
Winemaking Process: The grapes are picked by hand and carefully transported to the winery in small boxes. The production takes place in the same way as the champagne base wine. Red grapes are pressed into the press as whole bunches (i.e. not destemmed and mashed). With gentle pressure, only the bright, clear juice inside the berry is extracted. The must pressed in this way is then fermented cool like a white wine and then subjected to malolactic fermentation. The cooled and controlled fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks and a small percentage in barriques. After several weeks of storage on the fine yeast, bottling takes place after approx. 6 months. The “Illusion” is a white-pressed Pinot Noir.
Country
Germany
Region
Ahr
Maker
Weingut Meyer Nakel
Style
Buttery & Honeyed White
Winery Practices
Organic Wines
Key Techniques Used
Malolactic Fermentation
Maturation Medium
Oak Barrels
Aging Duration
7-12 Months
Primary Taste
Tree Fruit, Tropical Fruit, and Mineral
Secondary Taste
Sweet Spice
Acidity
Medium +
Dryness
Dry
Food Pairing
Meaty & Oily Fish
Alcohol (%)
Pronounced (12-14%)
Key Highlights
Winery
Winery
Weingut Meyer Nakel
The name of the wine estate goes back to the marriage of grandparents Paula Meyer and Willibald Näkel in 1950. Like many wineries in the Ahr, Meyer-Näkel focuses mainly on Pinot Noir (or as it’s known locally, Spätburgunder).
Classification
Classification
Experimental Wines
These wines may not represent their "sense of place", but rather showcase the winemaker's style & creativity. While not classified, this does not mean that they aren't as good - they can be fantastic, but made in the winemaker's style & perspective
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Same Day Delivery is possible for orders between Tuesday - Sunday, and is conditional on whether we have the wines available at our storefront. Look out for products listed here
Select "Local Delivery" shipping option upon checkout, and orders made by 6PM would be able to be delivered same day
Perfect for those last-minute dinner parties or when you simply can’t wait to order wine online and uncork that bottle.
Otherwise, we provide a cheaper Standard Delivery option that would have your wines delivered within 3 business days
Please see our Shipping Policy for the full details
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We hate the disappointment of opening an off-drinking bottle of wine – as much as a kid seeing their scoop of ice cream fall to the ground (Yes, it hurts).
Simply contact us within 7 days of receiving your wines to let us know why you’re not satisfied and drop off the remaining unused wines back to us. The bottle will have to be at least 3/4 full and the same wine the bottle is in (duh).
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