New breed!
The winegrower has two arch-enemies: powdery mildew and peronospora . It sounds like science fiction, but it's mildew . This causes the vines to wither. There's no cure for it... or at least that's what people thought for a long time. But then Valentin Blattner came along, who, together with the Palatinate vine nursery Freytag , set himself the goal of developing a Piwi variety .
Piwi stands for fungus-resistant . The development of such a grape variety can easily take twenty to thirty years, so it is not for people who want to see quick results. In 1991, Valentin Blattner , who is now considered one of the most promising grape breeders in the world, managed to develop the first Cabernet Blanc grape.
The further development until marketability lasted until 2003. The Graf von Weyher winery was one of the first three wineries in the world that was allowed to grow the variety for experimental purposes that year. For us, it was an honor and at the same time more exciting than a crime novel. It was an incredible feeling when the new grapes - at that time still without a name, just with a number - could be harvested for the first time.
In 2008 we were allowed to sell Cabernet Blanc for the first time, with a note on each bottle stating that this grape variety was still being cultivated experimentally. Cabernet Blanc has been officially approved in Germany since 2012 and worldwide since 2018. A long and arduous development, anyone uninitiated would say, but for grape growers this is rapid product development! Normally this process takes more than twenty years.
But it was worth it: The Cabernet Blanc is so resistant to powdery mildew and downy mildew (the aforementioned arch enemies) that 70% less pesticides are needed. At the same time, it has an excellent taste and is therefore one of our gourmet wines. You can taste the Sauvignon Blanc, combined with a certain southern touch... but you should try it for yourself!
You can find more exciting background information here: - Cabernet blanc, a 20-year-old crime story
This is what wine experts say:
" Light yellow with green reflections; intense scent of tropical fruits such as melon and passion fruit; on the palate, this complex aroma is accompanied by a creamy melt and a well-balanced sweet-acid interplay; lasting, harmonious overall impression. " - DLG Federal Wine Awards, Frankfurt am Main, 05/2024
" ...Our tip this time is a PiWi wine, the result of breeding fungus-resistant vines that require little plant protection: This Cabernet Blanc does not emulate classic varieties, but results in something completely unique - and offers a carefree drinking pleasure in every respect. A brave and right decision! " falstaff (2023), Weinguide Deutschland, p. 348
" Green-yellow play of colors; in the bouquet the impressive composition of fine fruit of citrus, gooseberry and lychee as well as the elegant spice of green pepper; in the taste there is a well-balanced acidity in combination with the expansive melt and the attractive play of aromas; pronounced and long aftertaste. " DLG Federal Wine Awards, Frankfurt am Main, 10/2021
" Bright straw yellow; intense exotic fruit aromas of ripe kiwi paired with gooseberry and slightly vegetative notes of mint, nettle and some green pepper; creamy and juicy on the palate with slightly sweet caramel notes and harmoniously balanced acidity; sustainable, complex and multi-layered. " DLG Federal Wine Awards, Frankfurt am Main, 06/2020
" Light straw yellow; the nose presents an intense fruit of banana, mango, pear and elderflower, surrounded by nuances of caramel and roasted almonds; on the palate there is a fine spice aroma and a delicate vanilla note, complemented by the mild acid structure with a subtle sweetness; charming, creamy aftertaste. " DLG Federal Wine Awards, Frankfurt am Main, 08/2019
" Scent of yellow fruits (Mirabelle). Melting and piquant in the mouth, yet light-footed with a delicate mineral note. The perfect partner for poultry, grilled, fried or braised, rabbit, hearty fish dishes and vegetable casseroles... " Dr. Rolf Klein, experienced wine author and former editor-in-chief of the magazine "Weinwelt".
Excellent vintages:
class of 2023
(APNr. 5073053 1424)
- Golden DLG Prize awarded and recognized by the DLG - Federal Wine Awards.
class of 2021
(APNr. 5073053 0822)
- Pioneer of sustainability and
- Golden DLG Prize awarded and recognized by the DLG - Federal Wine Awards.
class of 2020
(APNr. 5073053 0321)
- Gold Extra awarded and prized by the DLG - Federal Wine Awards.
2019 vintage
(AP. No. 5073053 0220)
- Pioneer of sustainability and
- Golden DLG Prize awarded and presented by the DLG - Federal Wine Awards.
vintage 2018
(AP. No. 5073053 2019)
- Golden DLG Prize awarded and presented by the DLG - Federal Wine Awards.
2016 vintage
(AP. No. 5073053 3517)
- Golden Chamber Prize Medal at the state awards for wine and sparkling wine awarded by the Rhineland-Palatinate Chamber of Agriculture.
(AP. No. 5073053 1417)
- Golden Chamber Prize Medal at the state awards for wine and sparkling wine awarded by the Rhineland-Palatinate Chamber of Agriculture.
2015 vintage
(AP. No. 5073053 1416)
- Silver Chamber Prize Coin at the state awards for wine and sparkling wine awarded by the Rhineland-Palatinate Chamber of Agriculture.
2014 vintage
(AP. No. 5073053 1215)
- Silver Chamber Prize Medal at the State Awards for Wine & Sparkling Wine awarded by the Rhineland-Palatinate Chamber of Agriculture
2013 vintage
(AP. No. 5073053 1414)
- Golden Chamber Prize Medal at the state awards for wine and sparkling wine awarded by the Rhineland-Palatinate Chamber of Agriculture.
