PHILIPP KUHN
Philipp Kuhn’s family has lived in Laumersheim since the 17th century. There and in the surrounding villages of Großkarlbach and Dirmstein lie its vineyards. Since 1992 Philipp Kuhn Junior, who was only 20 years old at the time, has been in charge of wine cultivation and production at the winery estate.
“In order to make good wines it is essential to understand your vineyards”, says Philipp Kuhn when asked to describe the way he works. He has always been and continues to be involved in all vine plantings – with the exception of the old Riesling vineyards, which were planted before he was born.
RED
“INCOGNITO”
| PRODUCER: Philipp Kuhn | ALCOHOL: 13% |
| COD: Germany | ACIDITY: 6.1 g/l |
| REGION: Pfalz | RESIDUAL: 4.4 g/l |
| VOLUME: 750ml | TASTE: Dry |
Our Incognito is a dry red wine cuvee from six different varieties. This cuvee wine consists of various national and international red wine grape varieties. However, they don’t want to reveal their identity. They want to remain INCOGNITO. Imitation impossible!
Traditional pulp fermentation and fifteen month of ageing in old barrique barrels made from French oak produce a medium-bodied red wine with wonderful, fruity accents.
But also here for the entry into the Philipp Kuhn red wines already applies: Low yields, a manual grape harvest, traditional maceration and a long ageing in wooden barrels ensure an impressive quality. Incognito is a medium red wine with wonderful fruit accents, not so heavy in alcohol, yet complex in taste. Like all our red wines, this cuvee is consistently dry, but with a soft tannin structure.
Our “Incognito” is ideal as a food companion for everyday pleasures: Pasta, cheese variations, or a hearty snack.
MANO NEGRA
| PRODUCER: Philipp Kuhn | ALCOHOL: 13.5% |
| COD: Germany | ACIDITY: 6.2 g/l |
| REGION: Pfalz | RESIDUAL: 0.7 g/l |
| VOLUME: 750ml | TASTE: Dry |
Mano Negra stands for the black hands that vintners end up with when mashing up colour-intensive grapes. The Blaufränkisch and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were coupled up for this cuvée whose wonderful cherry, cassis and dried prune aromas are very convincing indeed. This fruity concoction is rounded off by spicy herbal and peppery notes and a hint of gingerbread.
The note of wood that our Mano Negra obtains by maturing in small used barriques is perfectly integrated into its beautiful palette of aromas. A southern type with a lot of charm, who impresses with velvety.
Food recommendation: From the delicate saddle of venison to a simple pasta dish. From well-seasoned, hearty grilled meat to your favourite pizza. Or simply solo! A red wine with Mediterranean character and Palatinate fruitiness.
Pinot Noir Réserve
| PRODUCER: Philipp Kuhn | ALCOHOL: 14% |
| COD: Germany | ACIDITY: 6.2 g/l |
| REGION: Pfalz | RESIDUAL: 0.5 g/l |
| VOLUME: 750ml | TASTE: Dry |
Fine Pinot Noir with a distinct fruity note reminiscent of cassis, wild strawberry, black cherries and plums. Fleshy notes and hints of truffles, as well as chocolate can be found in the taste. With notes of morello cherries and a refreshing herbal spice. Solid structure, but Burgundian elegance, almost playfully packaged. In the finale, the wine has a sweet core, but still bite. Ideal drinking time: between 5-10 years.
Winemaking:
All grapes are handpicked in our winery. We believe on a hands-on, manual approach, which is more important than any technical novelty. What counts are experience and the right good feeling.
This wine comes from the Grand Cru Sites “Steinbuckel” and “Kirschgarten”, which are almost exclusively planted with Burgundian Pinot clones. The soil of the vineyards consists of loess loam with fine limestone gravel in the upper soil and solid limestone rock as the characteristic foundation. The vineyard faces southeast. The “Limestone Rock” Pinot Noir is the “little brother” of the legendary Grand Cru of Kirschgarten and Steinbuckel. All grapes are traditionally harvested by hand. The red grapes are separated from the combs and stored in vats. There they ferment for 10 to 18 days. It is then pressed and, depending on the quality, stored in new and old barrique barrels for more than 20 months.
Pinot Noir "Kirschgarten"
| PRODUCER: Philipp Kuhn | ALCOHOL: 14% |
| COD: Germany | ACIDITY: 6.7 g/l |
| REGION: Pfalz | RESIDUAL: 0.5 g/l |
| VOLUME: 750ml | TASTE: Dry |
High quality Pinot Noir of international format, intense fruit notes reminiscent of cassis, wild strawberry, black cherries and plums. Meaty notes and hints of black olive and chocolate can be found in a very complex taste, cherry again and again. The name of the location seems to be the inspiration here. A wonderfully integrated solid body gives density and structure, yet is elegant, almost playfully integrated into the overall picture of the wine. In the final, the wine has a sweet core, but still bite. A big storage potential.
Winemaking:
All grapes of our winery are harvested by hand. The vines in the Grand Cru vineyard site Kirschgarten are planted with the best precious clones from France. The yields are only 35 hl./ Ha. Our Pinot Noir grapes are traditionally consistently fermented through mash fermentation over 14-21 days. The tubs are knocked down 1 to 2 times a day. The wine is stored for almost 2 years in oak barrels from the best french tonnelleries. The optimal bottle maturity will be reached after 7 to 10 years The Kirschgarten is located on the direct edge of the Rhine Valley. Here comes the massive, primeval limestone rock, which is responsible for the typicity of these wines.
Spätburgunder Tradition
| PRODUCER: Philipp Kuhn | VOLUME: 750ml |
| COD: Germany | ALCOHOL: 13% |
| REGION: Pfalz |
Medium heavy red wine from the Palatinate with elegant aromas reminiscent of, ripe wild strawberry, dried plums, almonds and pickled cherries. The late-burgundy subtle undertones, such as melted dark chocolate and leather, are not noticed until the second sip. The Pinot Noir tradition has a medium density and structure. He is late Burgundian elegant with powerful but ripe tannins in the finish. Due to the grape varieties caused small “acid kick” at the end of the Palatinate red wine can be combined well with food and long shelf life.
Pinot Noir "Steinbuckel"
| PRODUCER: Philipp Kuhn | ALCOHOL: 14% |
| COD: Germany | ACIDITY: 6.7 g/l |
| REGION: Pfalz | RESIDUAL: 0.4 g/l |
| VOLUME: 750ml | TASTE: Dry |
High-quality Pinot Noir of international format, fine, Burgundian style. Charming fruit note, with an intense body. Wonderfully incorporated tannins. The wine has enormous density and structure is still very elegant, almost playful. A German Pinot Noir, who can challenge with the “greats” from Burgundy. Ideal drinking time: Between 5 and 10 years. Winner German Red Wine Award 2006.
Winemaking:
This Pinot Noir vineyard is planted with french noble clones from Burgundy and is located in the Grand Cru vineyard “Steinbuckel.” As the name implies, you will find a massive limestone in the subsoil. The location is in a protected basin with southern orientation. The grapes are traditionally harvested by hand. The yield is not higher than 38 hl / ha. The Pinot Noir grapes are traditionally fermented in vats mash and are consistently dry through. For 2 years of storage, only barrique barrels of french oak from the best tonelleries are used.
White
Dry Riesling "TRADITION"
| PRODUCER: Philipp Kuhn | ALCOHOL: 12% |
| COD: Germany | ACIDITY: 7.9 g/l |
| REGION: Pfalz | RESIDUAL: 4.5 g/l |
| VOLUME: 750ml | TASTE: Dry |
All grapes were handpicked in our winery. We believe on a hands-on, manual approach, which is more important than any technical novelty. What counts are experience and the right good feeling. Those Riesling grapes originate from the three terroirs that are typical of Laumersheim i.e. limestone, loess and quartz sand. The vines are more than 20 years old.
After a maceration period of 12 hours, the grapes are pressed gently.
After a slow fermentation lasting several weeks, the wine is stored on the yeast just before bottling. The wine is aged in stainless steel tanks under absolute airtight conditions.
Our Riesling Tradition is a juicy Riesling with harmonious levels of acidity; an uncomplicated, fun-loving wine that can be enjoyed at any time without lowering one’s standards. Rich in finesse and delicate with an intensive aroma of ripe apples, quinces, vineyard peaches and apricots. This scent carries over to the palate and is rounded off by a delicate smooth and fruity sweetness.
Food recommendation:
Very versatile white wine from light starters e.g. terrines or salads to fish dishes in all versions or white meat. But also in a relaxed round with simple tapas dishes or just for solo enjoyment very suitable.
Weisser Burgunder "Tradition"
| PRODUCER: Philipp Kuhn | VOLUME: 750ml |
| COD: Germany | ALCOHOL: 12.5% |
| REGION: Pfalz |
Fruity, juicy and harmonious is the winery Philipp Kuhn Pinot Blanc a white wine from the Palatinate for many occasions. The fine bouquet of pear, walnut, dried apples tastes in the finish a touch of sweet melon. You can simply drink this wine for pure enjoyment, or as a food companion. The alcohol content is always restrained. The Weissburgunder combines the mild but fresh acidity with the typical Weissburgunder elegance. Philipp Kuhn describes his Weissburgunder tradition as a modern dry and versatile white wine type.
Sauvignon Blanc "Tradition"
| PRODUCER: Philipp Kuhn | ALCOHOL: 12.5% |
| COD: Germany | ACIDITY: 8.2 g/l |
| REGION: Pfalz | RESIDUAL: 2.3 g/l |
| VOLUME: 750ml | TASTE: Dry |
The Sauvignon Blanc is a classical white wine grape that originates from the Loire region of France and has found a home here in the Palatinate around 15 years ago. It produces fresh and juicy wines with appealing levels of acidity. Its palette of aromas covers a virtual potpourri of green fruits and, above all, seemingly endless scents of kiwi, gooseberry and passion fruit. Delicately scented green peppers on the nose and affecting the finish, the intense scent of green apples, freshly mown hay, fine notes of anis and a strong aroma of gooseberries characterise this outstanding white wine. Crunchily dry (2.3 g of residual sugar) yet elegant, this wine produces a grandiose finale on throat and palate. Lingering aromas of lychee, sweet melon and once again, ripe gooseberries.