Schweizer 2023, single varietal
Like the Gelbmöstler pear, the Schweizer Wasserbirne was introduced to Baden-Württemberg in the 19th century. It was very popular and widely planted for its vigor and enormous harvests.
This variety is uniquely suited to the Black Forest: it thrives at altitude and on poor soil. In fact, the fruit quality is said to be superior under these conditions.
Sadly, the Schweizer Wasserbirne also has an Achilles heel: It is highly susceptible to pear decline. This disease has already destroyed many trees. Resistant root stocks are now available, but it will be many years before these are widely planted; and even more until the trees are mature enough to bear.
It is therefore a joy and privilege that we can offer you a single varietal perry from the Schweizer Wasserbirne. It is a rich perry with wonderful body and notes of honeyed fruit, framed by gentle tannins and acidity.
| Product | Sparkling perry, single varietal |
| Process | Méthode Charmat, extended maturation |
| ABV | 8 % |
| Bottle | 0,75L champagne bottle |
| Tasting Notes | Full-bodied with notes of honeyed fruit and gentle tannins |
| Serving suggestion | Chilled 6-8C |
| Production | 400 bottles |
Label Art
Our single-varietal 2023 perries needed some special labels. Some time ago, we had secured a number of drawings by Johannes Bienefeld, a young artist from the Stuttgart Academy, which worked perfectly for these equally unique liquids. Each drawing is a single, unbroken line that describes an abstract form with figurative elements. Similarly, these perries are each defined by a single pear variety. This is a limitation, but also serves to focus attention on the essentials.
