Hensel Chardonnay Hohenflug

Winemaker Hensel on the winery

“Our family winery is located in Bad Dürkheim, in the heart of the Pfalz. Thomas Hensel developed the estate into a modern winery, where we focus on carefully selected grapes and precise winemaking. The names of our wine ranges refer to aviation and the nearby glider airfield. With Höhenflug, we present our top wines: we select the finest grapes from our vineyards and give the wines time to develop in oak.”

And on Pfalz, Germany

“For our Höhenflug Chardonnay, we select ripe Chardonnay grapes from the finest vineyard parcels around Bad Dürkheim. We harvest late to allow the grapes to develop sufficient ripeness and concentration. The wine then ferments and matures for approximately nine months in oak barrels. The oak adds structure and aromas of toast, vanilla and caramel while allowing the ripe fruit to shine. On the palate, you’ll find honeydew melon and pineapple, with a full, creamy texture balanced by fresh fruitiness.”