Auf Der Grenze Grauburgunder
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Typically best enjoyed within 2–6 years from the vintage release.
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Creamy mushroom risotto, roasted pork loin, grilled poultry
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The name 'Auf Der Grenze' (On the Border) is a literal testament to Weingut Bernhart's unique geography, where vineyards straddle the boundary between the German Pfalz and French Alsace. This cross-border heritage dates back to post-WWII agreements allowing Schweigen winemakers to continue farming their historic plots on French soil. This Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris) is shaped by this dual identity and the region's signature Kalkmergel (limestone marl) soils. Combining Alsatian richness with German precision, the wine is typically fermented in a combination of stainless steel and large traditional oak casks, resulting in a textured, mineral-driven white wine with elegant structure and vibrant acidity.
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Located in the southern Pfalz municipality of Schweigen-Rechtenbach, right on the German-French border, Weingut Bernhart is a highly acclaimed family-run estate led by Gerd Bernhart. The winery is renowned for its unique cross-border terroir, managing historic vineyards such as the Sonnenberg, where limestone-rich soils yield exceptionally elegant, mineral-driven wines. As a member of the prestigious VDP, Bernhart focuses on traditional craftsmanship and sustainable viticulture, specializing in powerful, expressive Spätburgunder and precise, structured Weissburgunder and Grauburgunder. Their wines, aged in traditional oak casks and barriques, beautifully reflect the complex Kalkmergel soils of this historic border region. Address: Hauptstraße 19, 76889 Schweigen-Rechtenbach, Pfalz, Germany. Website: https://www.weingut-bernhart.de