Furst Burgstadter Berg 1G Spatburgunder
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From vines planted between 1975 and 2010, in western Franken, along the Main river, 190-300m altitude. Iron-rich red sandstone soil.
- Grape: Spatburgunder
- Region: Franken, Germany
- Serve temperature: chilled
- Winemaking: 30-50% whole cluster, 13-17 day ambient yeast fermentation in open-top wooden tanks. Aged for 16-18 months in barrels (15-25% new). No fining, no filtration.
About the winemaker
Arguably the grower of the finest Riesling in Franken, and the greatest producer of Spätburgunder in Germany, the wines of Rudolf Fürst have received critical acclaim both domestically and internationally. They are at the forefront of pushing the quality and reputation of Pinot Noir from Germany and proving that it can be considered among the best in the world. Located in the Franken, focusing on vineyards in Centgrafenberg. The wines show texture, body, fruit and structure that strongly reflect a Burgundian influence.