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Wasenhaus - Germany's Bright Pinot Noir Future

by Hugh French | Jun 11, 2025

Two Germans starting a wine project might typically come up with such ideas at home. Not in this case. Alexander Gotze and Christoph Wolber conceived the idea of bringing a more Burgundian approach to their homeland while working in some of Meursault's best domaines. By focusing on minimalist and transparent winemaking, the Wasenhaus wines showcase the best of the Baden terroir and are truly delicious.

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2022 Spatburgunder

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89+ Points

"... Pure, refined and fresh on the nose, with cherry aromas, this is a lean, fresh but intense Pinot with a refreshing structure and aromatic cherry fruit... "

Stephan Reinhardt, The Wine Advocate

2022 Spatburgunder 'Vulkan'

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91+ Points
"... Tight, fresh and intense on the palate, with a medium body, nervy structure, this is a straight and still raw or untamed but promising Pinot... "

Stephan Reinhardt, The Wine Advocate

2022 Spatburgunder 'Kalk'

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92 Points

"... The wine opens with a bright and fresh, cherry and chalky bouquet. Silky, refined and lush on the palate, this is tight, saline and tensioned, remarkably intense and refreshing..."

Stephan Reinhardt, The Wine Advocate

2022 Spatburgunder 'Bellen'

Usually $249

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93 Points
"... This is pure and pithy, persistently saline and grippy Pinot with an intense and long finish... "

Stephan Reinhardt, The Wine Advocate

CHRISTOPH WOLBER &ALEXANDER GOTZE

Wolber & Götze met in Burgundy during their wine studies at the local school in Beaune. At the same time, they were both working full time in some of the largest biodynamic estates in Burgundy such as those of Pierre Morey, Leflaive, Comte Armand.