Pinot Noir 'Tradition' Qualitätswein
Pfalz, Germany
This is a pure and expressive Pinot Noir grown on limestone soils in the Pfalz and made in a restrained, low-extraction style. Fermented naturally and aged in large oak, the wine offers depth without overt oak influence. Aromas of sour cherry, raspberry, forest floor and baking spice rise from the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, juicy red fruit and subtle earthy spice. There’s a gentle mineral finish that keeps it lifted and fresh. Perfect with duck breast, mushroom risotto or beetroot carpaccio. A thoughtful, balanced Pinot made with clarity and regional character at its core.
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The Producer
Alexander Pflüger assumed the reins from his father in 2010 and hasn’t changed much – it had been organic since 1989 and farmed biodynamically since 2008 so a real trend-setter in the region. It’s clear the family have a passion for the local terroir and the way that it is expressed in their wines. Alex is a member of the VDP ‘Academy’ of promising young things and already uses their labelling system of Gütswein, Ortswein and Lagenwein.
The Bundsandstein (Gütswein since you asked) is a remarkable value, hugely popular Riesling. It’s aromatic and acidic, like Riesling ought to be, but packed with fruit that renders it both simultaneously archetypal and exceptionally user-friendly. The Dürkheimer Michelsberg is a Lagenwein (soon to be a Grosses Gëwachs) and it shows in the greater degree of concentration. All of the Pinots are remarkable – nothing but nothing from Burgundy can match the value on offer from Alex Pflüger – bargain hunters take note!
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