Ellermann-Spiegel Chardonnay Goldkapsel is a full-bodied, dry Chardonnay from the Pfalz and belongs to the more powerful Goldkapsel line from the winery. At Ellermann-Spiegel, this range represents wines with more body, ripeness, and aromatic depth. The combination of Chardonnay from the Domterrassen vineyard, fresh Pfalz fruit expression, and partial vinification in French barriques gives this wine its creamy structure, subtle hint of vanilla, and long, elegant finish.
This Chardonnay comes from the Pfalz, one of Germany's warmer and most accessible wine regions.
Location / Origin: Ellermann-Spiegel is located in Kleinfischlingen, in the southern Pfalz. This part of the Pfalz is known for ripe, fruit-forward white wines with a soft, accessible structure.
Plot: The grapes come from the Domterrassen vineyard. This selection fits the Goldkapsel line, which focuses on greater concentration, body, and aromatic complexity.
Region: The Pfalz has a relatively mild climate within Germany. As a result, Chardonnay can develop ripe fruit here, while the acidity provides sufficient freshness and tension.
The vinification is aimed at a rich Chardonnay with freshness, creaminess, and a subtle influence of oak.
Fermentation: After skin maceration, the juice is pressed and fermented under temperature control. This helps keep the ripe fruit pure and gives the wine a bright, modern foundation.
Aging / Oak treatment: Approximately 30% of the wine is vinified in French oak barriques. What does barrique do for Chardonnay? It provides extra creaminess, vanilla, spiciness, and structure, while making the fruit feel fuller and more layered.
Alcohol content: With 13.5% alcohol, this Chardonnay has sufficient strength to carry the creamy texture and oak influence beautifully.
This white Pfalz wine is made entirely from Chardonnay.
Chardonnay – Pfalz: Chardonnay gives this wine its ripe pear, apple, pineapple, soft creaminess, and broad structure. In this Goldkapsel style, the grape gains extra depth through partial aging in French oak.
