# Vaux Blanc de Noirs (2022)

- **Producer:** Sektmanufaktur Schloss VAUX AG
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Rheingau, Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Average price:** €20
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 6–8 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** peach, wild strawberry, red apple, redcurrant, brioche, biscuit, pastry, hazelnut

## About this wine

Vaux Blanc de Noirs 2022 is a German Sekt from Sektmanufaktur Schloss VAUX AG, produced in the Rheingau region. Its unique characteristic is being a 'Blanc de Noirs,' made from red Pinot Noir grapes to yield a white sparkling wine. The producer, with a history dating back to 1868, emphasizes traditional bottle fermentation and meticulous craftsmanship. The 2022 vintage is noted for its pronounced fruitiness and aroma, reflecting the quality of the grapes from this renowned German wine region.

## Interesting facts

- Made from red grapes (Pinot Noir) to produce a white wine.
- Uses the traditional bottle fermentation method, like Champagne.
- Producer is transitioning to 100% organic viticulture.
- Limited production of only 6,000 bottles.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and zesty acidity cut through richer dishes, while its fruit notes complement lighter proteins and subtle earthy flavors. The dry profile makes it versatile for savory applications.

## Wine making process

Vaux Blanc de Noirs 2022 is produced using the traditional bottle fermentation method, mirroring the techniques used in Champagne. This involves a secondary fermentation within the bottle, which creates the wine's characteristic fine and persistent bubbles. The wine undergoes extended maturation on its lees, a process that enriches its texture and develops complex aromatic profiles. The grapes are sourced from the producer's vineyards in the Geisenheim growing district of the Rheingau. Sektmanufaktur Schloss VAUX AG is actively transitioning its viticultural practices towards 100% organic cultivation.