2022 Spatburgunder Tradition

AP number 05 24. Some vegetation on the nose but very pleasing layered fruit on the palate. Just slightly tough on the end at this stage. (JR)

The 2022 Spätburgunder Tradition is predominantly from old vines from below the Centgrafenberg and younger vines from the Centgrafenberg and Hundsrück "grands crus." The wine opens with a beautiful, intensely fruity bouquet of perfectly ripe cherries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries and licorice nuances that intermingle with the classic red sandstone freshness and spiciness as well as sur lie and toasty aromas. Aged on the lees for nearly 17 months (in matured pièces) and bottled in early February this year, this is a dense, intense and spicy, beautifully aromatic and persistent Pinot with remarkably fine and spicy tannins. It is gorgeous, well structured, clear and fresh but also intense and fruity with class and style. 13% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the domaine in April 2024.

AP number 05 24. 18 months in used oak. Light ruby. Sweetly fruited, with a hint of pepper, and sweetly spiced with the oak. Light-bodied, fresh but a little bit lean in the mid palate. (JH)