Andi Weigand

Andi Weigand Silvaner 2023

$30.00 ~~Sale price$35.00~~

Why we like this wine

Style: Dry, medium-bodied natural white wine with textural depth
Grapes & Terroir: 100% Silvaner from 50+ year-old vines; Keuper (marl and limestone) soils, Iphöfer Kronsberg, Franken
Winemaking: Basket-pressed, spontaneous fermentation in large oak barrels, 10 months on full lees, zero sulfites, unfined, unfiltered
Serving Temperature & Decanting: 50-54°F; no decanting necessary
Pairing: Schäufele (Franconian roast pork shoulder)
Similar To: Textured Alsatian Sylvaner or skin-contact white Burgundy

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Tasting notes

Golden straw with a subtle haze from its unfiltered nature. Aromas of wild orange, green apple, and mandarin mingle with hints of white pepper. The palate is medium-bodied with stone fruit, melon, and kumquat flavors, framed by gentle skin tannins and a saline, mineral-driven finish.

Food pairings

Schäufele, Obatzda cheese spread, grilled white fish, pork schnitzel, spätzle, sauerkraut, roast chicken, vegetable quiche.

Product description

Andi Weigand Silvaner 2023 is a natural white wine crafted from 100% Silvaner grapes grown on 50-year-old vines in Iphofen, within Germany's Franken region. The vineyards sit on Keuper soil—a distinctive blend of marl and limestone that imparts pronounced minerality. Andi Weigand hand-harvests the grapes and presses them using an 80-year-old basket press, then ferments the juice spontaneously in 1,250-liter oak barrels. Andi Weigand Silvaner 2023 rests on full lees for 10 months before bottling unfined, unfiltered, and without any added sulfites—a true zero-zero natural wine.

Dry/Sweet:, Dry
Wine Type:, White
Wine Style:, Light Body
Grapes:, Silvaner
Farming:, Organic
Vintage:, 2023
Alcohol:, 12%
Country:, Germany
Region:, Franken
Appellation:, NA
Bottle Size:, 750ml
Sugar Level:, Low Sugar, Zero Added Sugar

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Andi Weigand Silvaner 2023

$30.00~~$35.00~~

Producer profile

Andi Weigand

Andi Weigand represents a new wave of German winemakers transforming family estates through natural viticulture. His father was the first generation to produce wine in the family, and Andi assumed winemaking responsibilities in 2015. By 2018, he had converted the entire operation to certified organic farming and committed to natural winemaking—a decision his father supported despite it being unusual for the region and generation.

The estate's vineyards occupy slopes on the Iphöfer Kronsberg, one of Franken's most respected sites. Vines range from 15 to over 60 years old, planted on the distinctive Keuper soils that define the Steigerwald zone. Andi works with traditional Franconian varieties: Silvaner, Müller-Thurgau, Scheurebe, Bacchus, and Riesling, along with some Pinot Noir.

Equipment at the winery reflects a hands-on philosophy. An 80-year-old basket press handles all grape processing, while fermentation occurs in 10-year-old 1,250-liter oak barrels. Indigenous yeasts drive spontaneous fermentation without temperature control. Wines spend extended time on their full lees—typically 10 months—developing texture and complexity before bottling. Nothing is added: no fining, no filtration, no sulfites whatsoever. Every wine leaves the cellar as a pure expression of grape and place.

Andi credits fellow Franken natural winemakers 2Naturkinder with introducing him to this community and approach. He also collaborates with Brand Brothers and shares vineyard management with other local producers. The cuvée names often reference Andi's passion for hip-hop and rock music, adding personality to wines that already stand out for their depth and authenticity.

Discover other natural wines from Franken including 2Naturkinder Orange Brutal!!!. For more German producers working with minimal intervention, explore our German natural wine collection or browse our best-selling natural wines.

Wine region

Franken, Germany

Franken (Franconia) occupies the northwest corner of Bavaria, stretching along the Main River from Aschaffenburg to Iphofen. This ancient wine region traces its viticultural roots back over 1,200 years—documents from 777 CE record Emperor Charlemagne granting vineyard land to Fulda Abbey. Unlike most German wine regions where Riesling dominates, Franken has built its identity around Silvaner, a grape that achieves rare depth and complexity here.

The region divides into three geological zones, each defined by distinct soil types formed during the Triassic period. The western Mainviereck features red Buntsandstein (sandstone). The central Maindreieck around Würzburg sits on Muschelkalk (shell limestone). To the east, the Steigerwald—where Iphofen and Andi Weigand's vineyards are located—contains Keuper soils: a mix of gypsum, marl, and limestone that retains heat and moisture while delivering intense minerality to the wines.

Climate in Franken is continental with cold winters and warm summers. The Main River and its tributaries moderate temperature extremes, while significant day-to-night variation preserves natural acidity in the grapes. Vineyards occupy south-facing slopes that maximize sun exposure in this relatively northern latitude. Nearly all Franken wines are vinified bone-dry (trocken), emphasizing clarity of fruit and terroir expression over residual sugar.

A new generation of vignerons has revitalized Franken's natural wine scene. Producers like Andi Weigand and 2Naturkinder work with indigenous varieties, old vines, and minimal intervention, crafting wines that honor tradition while embracing modern natural winemaking principles.

Explore more German natural wines including 2Naturkinder Orange Brutal!!!, another compelling Franken producer. Browse our natural white wine collection for additional discoveries.

Frequently asked question

When is my order shipping?

We are doing your best to ship your order in 2-3 business days.

We will process and ship your order in 2-3 business days, you will receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking as soon as the Carrier scans the shipping label.

Ground shipping time depends on location, here's a breakdown:

West Coast: 1-2 business days
Midwest: 3-4 business days
East Coast: 5 business days

Process time is not shipping time. Shipping time starts from the days successive to the day of shipping, after the order has been processed.

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Do I have to sign upon delivery?

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1) Reship the package right away: due to the very high cost of shipping and returns, we must charge a re-shipping fee to be determined based on package size and shipping destination.

2) Consolidate the returned package with your next order: this option is free of charge and it's the most popular option.

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