An exquisite choice
The Selection
Process
“Only the best for our guests” is the first principle of the team that takes part in the tasting. The perfect wine must be selected from a variety of wines: It should be an ideal accompaniment for different types of occasions, crafted using traditional methods, in line with current trends, and excellent value for money.
The wines are selected for their appeal and distinctive character: uncontrived, creative, yet still in touch with their heritage. Only the highest quality and expertise, with an added dash of nonchalance, result in the sensitivity for wine that is reflected our wine editions.
The team is led by the head of food service and catering as well as by a certified wine specialist. Both provide expert guidance throughout the tasting and introduce potential wines to the two chief executives as well as to their colleagues from banquet services, purchasing, and the sales department. They provide extensive information, which is researched meticulously in advance.
After analysing and rating the appearance, smell, and taste of the wines, the whole team reaches an overall rating and selects the wines for the coming year’s edition.
Edition White, Cuvée
Variety
Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Scheurebe
Growing Area & Winemaker
Franken, Germany
Family-run and steeped in tradition, Weingut Wirsching is one of Franconia’s most renowned wineries. Established in 1630, the winery combines classic and modern styles in its wines, creating flavour profiles with that certain something. Specialising in dry white wines, Weingut Wirsching offers a high-quality selection of unique characters.
Characteristics
This cuvée of Pinot Blanc, Riesling and Scheurebe impresses on every level. With a delicate aroma of ripe fruit and a full–bodied, juicy flavour with fine acidity, it is a versatile accompaniment to light summer cuisine.
Edition Zero, non-alcoholic
Variety
Pinot Gris
Growing Area & Winemaker
Rheinhessen, Germany
Matthias Keth is dedicated to cultivating vineyards in Rheinhessen and the Palatinate in an organic way in order to bring out the finest nuances of each grape variety. Characterised by an interplay of nature, technique and personality, the wines of the Weingut Keth represent a combination of regional tradition, international elegance and pure innovative spirit, thus indulging the palate with an unique character.
Characteristics
This Pinot Gris from Keth brings the typical characteristics of its grape variety impressively into the glass, even without alcohol. Intense aromas of exotic fruits unfold on the nose – pineapple and papaya dominate the bouquet. On the palate, it is fresh and lively, with fine citrus notes and a remarkable fullness.
Edition Rosé, Cuvée
Variety
Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Growing Area & Winemaker
Mittelburgenland, Austria
The name Pia Strehn is a promise: first–class rosé with an unmistakable flavour. Based in Central Burgenland, Austria, this rosé pioneer and award–winner creates a wine of a special kind. Rosé as a passion and a way of life – that is enjoyment in its finest form.
Characteristics
Aromatic Syrah and elegant Cabernet Sauvignon, united in an unforgettable cuvée that evokes summery fruitiness and a refreshingly dry finish, perfect for balmy evenings in good company. A bouquet of citrus, prickly pear, peach and sweet berries, intense on the palate and harmonious on the finish.
Edition Red
Variety
Cabernet Sauvignon
Growing Area & Winemaker
Stellenbosch, South Africa
The historic Spier wine estate combines centuries-old tradition with modern viticulture and a strong commitment to quality. In Stellenbosch, distinctive wines are crafted whose freshness and structure are shaped by the estate’s proximity to the ocean. Sustainability and artisanal expertise form the foundation of the winery’s international reputation.
Characteristics
Our Spier Edition Red impresses with depth, elegance, and character. Juicy aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and cherry are complemented by subtle notes of various spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied and vibrant, with silky tannins, refreshing freshness, and a harmonious structure.
2023 white wine cuvée UPPER DECK
Variety
Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay
Growing Area & Winemaker
Rheinhessen, Germany
Matthias Keth is dedicated to cultivating vineyards in Rheinhessen and the Palatinate in an organic way in order to bring out the finest nuances of each grape variety. Characterised by an interplay of nature, technique and personality, the wines of the Weingut Keth represent a combination of regional tradition, international elegance and pure innovative spirit, thus indulging the palate with an unique character.
Characteristics
This smooth 2023 white wine cuvée delights with its opulent fruit, which unfolds in a seductive fruit basket in the nose. After 12 months of ageing in oak barrels, this Rheinhesse presents itself as a true cosmopolitan. The old Pinot Blanc vines give the wine a long-lasting and pleasant aftertaste, while the international Chardonnay skilfully combines with the French oak. The wood remains discreetly in the background, allowing the fruit to take centre stage.
2021 red wine cuvée UPPER DECK
Variety
Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Growing Area & Winemaker
Burgenland, Austria
A harmony of wine and wood: this is the philosophy of the K+K Kirnbauer family winery, which creates wines of the highest quality and character on 40 hectares of sunny vineyards. The family cultivates the best grape varieties in the vineyards of Burgenland using sustainable cultivation methods to create wines that epitomise joie de vivre and fascinate the senses.
Characteristics
This elegant red wine cuvée from the 2021 vintage captivates with complex aromas of dark berries, flavourful liquorice and a hint of creamy nougat, which present themselves in the glass with a rich, dark red colour. The wine impresses with its soft tannin structure, a pleasant savouriness and remarkable depth, which is underlined by the 16 months of maturation in used barriques.
