Windspiel is handcrafted from a potato base and is named after the breed of dog kept by Frederick the Great kept who brought the potato to Germany. Their locally grown potatoes cultivated in rich volcanic soils are converted to a mash which is then heated and mixed with yeast to start the conversion to alcohol.
Soft and spicy potato aromas combines with vanilla flavour and a hint of pear. First a mild, but also spicy potato aroma meets a pleasant sweetness. Afterwards aromas of pepper and honey join them. Creamy and spicy aftertaste.
Makes a perfect Vodka Martini (Shaken):
45ml Windspiel Barrel Aged Potato Vodka
15ml dry vermouth, such as Oscar 697 Bianco
Olives or lemon peel for garnish, depending on preference
Add the vodka and vermouth to a shaker of ice, and shake until chilled. Take a chilled martini glass, add skewered olives or a twist of lemon peel to it. Strain into glass.
I enjoyed the wine in so far as it is well rounded - the taste of black fruit evident - not sure about the liquorice though. All in all for the price a pleasant easy drinking wine.
Super ripe very smooth dry red, with just a hint of Cherries in that Italian style and You are able to drink this wine with or without food, Very good value at $20.
We've been fans of their Syrah and Chardonnay for some time and this is another go-to product we'll add to the list.
Light in colour, but plenty of depth and flavour and pleasingly dry.
Highly recommended.