10 Fantastic Weissburgunder Wines To Try In 2024

Weissburgunder is one of Germany’s most popular white wine grape varieties. The grape that’s known as Weissburgunder in Germany is referred to as Pinot Blanc in many other parts of the world. 

The German counterparts have a fuller body than the French Pinot Blanc wine styles.

In this article, we’ll look at Weissburgunder’s origin, the wine’s tasting notes, 10 phenomenal bottles worth trying in 2024, and some delectable food pairings.

Weissburgunder: Origin and Production 

Weissburgunder, translating to White Burgundian, reflects the grape’s probable origins in Burgundy, France. 

The grape is a mutation of Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris), which itself is a mutation of Spatburgunder (Pinot Noir). Pinot Gris is a white wine grape, while Pinot Noir is a red wine grape. 

Although Weissburgunder’s origin is attributed to Burgundy, very little is planted in the region today. The top producer of the grape is Germany, followed by Italy and Austria.

Weissburgunder grows in almost all of Germany's 13 wine regions but is most commonly found growing in the warm, dry southern regions of Baden, Rheinhessen, and the Pfalz. The Nahe region has also seen an increase in the grape’s plantings.

Weissburgunder also grows in other wine countries like Argentina, Slovakia, and the US.

Weissburgunder Wine: Tasting Notes and Characteristics

The grape can produce full-bodied wine, light and crisp wine, sparkling wine, and even dessert wine. 

German Weissburgunder wine tends to be a yellow-green to golden yellow, with fresh acidity and a light to medium body. It offers a bouquet of orchard and stone fruit with delicate fruit and spice flavors. 

Every bottle of Weissburgunder is unique because the grape reflects the terroir it’s grown in. A bottle of Weissburgunder from Mosel is light with a generous minerality, while Baden’s Weissburgunder is bolder and brighter.

Austrian Weißburgunder has a very similar perfume to Chardonnay. Structurally, however, Austrian Weißburgunder is lighter and more elegant with palatable acidity. 

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10 Fantastic Weissburgunder Wines 

Here are a few great wines made from the Weissburgunder grape.

• 2015 Tement Zieregg Weissburgunder Grosse STK Lage
• 2017 Dreissigacker Bechtheimer Einzigacker Weissburgunder Trocken
• 2013 Ökonomierat Rebholz 'Im Sonnenschein' Weissburgunder
• 2019 Ökonomierat Rebholz Birkweiler 'Mandelberg' Weissburgunder
• 2018 Wasenhaus Weissburgunder
• 2015 Salwey Oberrotweiler Kirchberg Weissburgunder
• 2015 Sattlerhof Ried Pfarrweingarten Weissburgunder
• 2017 Burg Ravensburg Lochle Weissburgunder
• 2016 Dorst & Consorten 'Das Ende der Fahnenstange' Weissburgunder
• 2019 Franz Hirtzberger Steinporz Weissburgunder

1. 2015 Weingut Tement Zieregg Weissburgunder Grosse STK Lage, Sudsteiermark, Austria ($61)

The wine opens with aromas of salt, citrus fruit, and butter. Notes of white peach and other stone fruit define a spicy palate and a subtle acidity leads to a delicious finish. 

2. 2017 Weingut Dreissigacker Bechtheimer Einzigacker Weissburgunder Trocken, Rheinhessen, Germany ($57)

A delicious nose of white spice, quince, and almond leads to a palate of peach and apple.

3. 2013 Ökonomierat Rebholz 'Im Sonnenschein' Weissburgunder, Pfalz, Germany ($81)

The wine opens to delicious aromas of yellow stone fruit and herbs with a dark minerality. Fine acidity on the palate completes a wonderfully fruity sip.

4. 2019 Okonomierat Rebholz Birkweiler 'Mandelberg' Weissburgunder Grosses Gewachs, Pfalz, Germany ($48)

Almonds with hints of citrus fruit and fresh herbs define the nose, while a dry, juicy palate of stone fruit leads to a long, mineral finish.

5. 2018 Weingut Wasenhaus Weissburgunder, Baden, Germany ($50)

A clean nose with aromas of minerals, saline, white flowers, and honeysuckle create a seductive bouquet. On tasting, a citrus, pear, and mineral flavor give way to a medium finish.

6. 2015 Weingut Salwey Oberrotweiler Kirchberg Weissburgunder Grosses Gewachs, Baden, Germany ($41)

There are pineapple, honey, and gooseberry aromas with a subtle hint of vanilla on the nose. On the palate, a flavor of spiced pear, white peach, and citrus fruit balances perfectly with the tannins.

7. 2015 Weingut Sattlerhof Ried Pfarrweingarten Weissburgunder Grosse STK Lage, Sudsteiermark DAC, Austria ($46)

Golden yellow in color, the wine offers a bouquet of gooseberry, elderberry, and lemon. Finely balanced acidity with a creamy texture and a long finish define the palate.

8. 2017 Burg Ravensburg Lochle Weissburgunder Grosses Gewachs, Baden, Germany ($61)

Apricot, oak, and white spice on the nose lead to a palate of vanilla, citrus, spice, and figs.

9. 2016 Dorst & Consorten 'Das Ende der Fahnenstange' Pinot Blanc, Pfalz, Germany ($39)

An aroma of melon, minerals, and oak leads to a palate of minerals, grapefruit, licorice, and apple.

10. 2019 Weingut Franz Hirtzberger Steinporz Weissburgunder Smaragd, Wachau, Austria ($45)

There is a flinty nose of white flowers and crushed stones with a precise and elegant palate of minerals and salt before finishing with fine tannins.

Delectable Weissburgunder Food Pairings

The light and fresh Weissburgunder wines pair excellently with a diverse range of dishes - from soft cheeses to cookies. 

It pairs especially well with a quiche Lorraine, fish dishes like smoked salmon or oysters, and chicken dishes with a light/cream sauce. 

Below, we take a brief look at Weissburgunder winemaking and viticulture. 

Weissburgunder Winemaking and Viticulture 

Weissburgunder prefers loam and limestone soils and ripens quite late. 

On the vine, Weissburgunder is more prone to Botrytis, given the rise of organic viticulture since the winemaker cannot use artificial herbicides or pesticides. Additionally, Weissburgunder grows in small, compact bunches, allowing disease to spread easier. 

Given Weissburgunder’s similarities to Chardonnay, the winery may vinify it similarly, using barrel fermentation, new oak, and malolactic fermentation. 

The grape is also used in sparkling wine cuvées, usually with Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, and Pinot Noir. 

In Canada, Weissburgunder is often used to make quality ice wine. In fact, Canada’s Okanagan Valley Pinot Blanc wine is the region’s signature wine. 

The Many Names of Weissburgunder Around The World

Weissburgunder is most commonly referred to as Pinot Blanc, in the US, Canada, and France. 

Fun Fact: In the United States, many Pinot Blanc vineyards are actually planted with the Melon de Bourgogne grape variety. 

In Austria, it may be bottled as Weissburgunder or Klevner. 

Italy and Spain mostly label this white wine as “Pinot Bianco.” However, in the Sudtirol/Alto Adige region of northern Italy is called Weissburgunder. 

In Hungary, it’s known as Fehér Burgundi. 

The Czech Republic refers to the grape variety as Rulandské Bílé, while in Slovenia it’s known as Rulandské Biele and in Croatia Pinot bijeli or Burgundac bijeli.

Enjoy a Delectable Bottle of Weissburgunder Today

Weissburgunder is a versatile grape, producing excellent still, sparkling, and dessert wines - perfect for celebrating an event or giving as corporate gifts.

Generally made to drink immediately, some Weissburgunder (or Weißburgunder) wines can be stored for several years. 

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