Best Bavarian Dessert Wine Producers
The Hans Wirsching wine estate is one of the most traditional and renowned estates in Franconia. Our family has been growing grapes for several centuries. Currently, Andrea Wirsching manages the estate. On 90 hectares in and around Iphofen, we produce mainly dry white wines – that is our specialty.
The most important grape varieties are Silvaner, Riesling, Scheurebe, and white Pinot varieties (Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Gris).
AWARDS
Berlin Wine Trophy - Grand Gold
2023
Frankfurt International Trophy - Grand Gold
2023, 2022
Decanter World Wine Awards - Platinum
2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2016
Best Bavarian Dessert Wines
AWARDS
Berlin Wine Trophy - Grand Gold
2023
International Wine Challenge - IWC Champion Sweet Wine 2023 - Alois Kracher Trophy
2023
AWARDS
Falstaff - 100
The Iphöfer Kalb Gewürztraminer Trockenbeerenauslese is an exquisite, sweet wine from Weingut Hans Wirsching, made from hand-selected, noble rot-affected Gewürztraminer grapes. It offers intense aromas of lychee, rose, and honey, with a rich, concentrated sweetness balanced by subtle acidity and spice.
With a deep golden hue and long aging potential, this luxurious wine is perfect for pairing with desserts, cheese, or enjoying on its own.
AWARDS
Frankfurt International Trophy - Grand Gold
2022
The 2021 Iphöfer Julius-Echter-Berg Riesling Beerenauslese is a high-quality sweet wine from Weingut Hans Wirsching, crafted from carefully selected, overripe Riesling grapes. This Beerenauslese offers rich notes of apricot, honey, and dried fruit, balanced by vibrant acidity.
With a deep golden hue and luxurious sweetness, it pairs beautifully with rich desserts and blue cheese or can be enjoyed on its own as a refined dessert wine.
AWARDS
Frankfurt International Trophy - Grand Gold
2023
AWARDS
International Wine Challenge - International Riesling Trophy
2022
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