Florian Richter

Florian Richter

Self-employed at Florian Fine Wine / Host at Vaux am Rhein

Heidelberg Sommelier School & advanced level at the Court of Master Sommeliers

Born and raised in the late 1980s in Bavaria/Upper Palatinate, I have always been someone who pursues everything that interests me with passion right from the start, even though I am generally a very calm person. My personal curiosity for knowledge in general manifested itself during my training as a hotel specialist at Best Western Berghotel Rehlegg AG in Ramsau, specifically in the role of bartender for spirits, especially whisky.The different levels of maturation, textures, and flavors from just three ingredients, with an enormous diversity of nuances, fascinated me immensely. Trying other spirits and their combinations was like immersing myself in a varied world of enjoyment. Eventually, cheese joined as a versatile pairing partner to this ever-growing passion, and through these exquisite detours I ultimately discovered my love of wine. A playground of taste at the highest level—one that grows with every wine region, every terroir, every grape variety, and every vintage, and time and again offers new wines and thus a new density of flavor. As a communicator and therefore an interface between the winemaker, the finished wine, and the guest, as a sommelier I was entrusted with a wide range of hosting responsibilities. This allows me to immerse myself in my role every day: guiding people toward good taste, entertaining them, and giving them a little relaxation—perhaps even the chance to have a few daydreams.With my company Florian Fine Wine, I host tastings and offer exciting discoveries in the wine trade. Since June 2025, I have also been part of the Schloss Vaux team to take German sparkling wine to a new level. In addition, I focus intensively on sharing my knowledge with interested people—professionally and privately—constantly practicing continuous improvement, and by now also training others myself. Along the way, I feel fortunate for the kind and wonderful colleagues I have already met over the course of my career.

Florian Richter's recommendations

Weingut Bastian Beny Tutto Beny weiß Bio Solera

92/100

Overall rating

4/5

Value for money

Fattoria Le Pupille Saffredi 2018

99/100

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Altesino Brunello di Montalcino 2021

97/100

Overall rating

3/5

Value for money

Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2023

98/100

Overall rating

3/5

Value for money

€80,17

€101,00

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Varvaglione Linea Oro Papale Primitivo 2021

92/100

Overall rating

3/5

Value for money

Chavost Champagne Blanc D'Assemblage Brut Nature

94/100

Overall rating

4/5

Value for money

€46,08

€48,00

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Robert Weil Kiedrich Gräfenberg Riesling GG - Großes Gewächs     2015 - 0,75l

94/100

Overall rating

4/5

Value for money

Deinhard - Grain Riesling    1846 - 0,7 l

98/100

Overall rating

4/5

Value for money

€8.850,00

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Château Rayas, Chateau Des Tours Côtes du Rhône 2022

98/100

Overall rating

3/5

Value for money

€143,00

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Weingut Knipser Spätburgunder Kirschgarten Großes Gewächs 2020

95/100

Overall rating

3/5

Value for money

Banfi Brunello Riserva 1978 - 0,75l

97/100

Overall rating

3/5

Value for money

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Romanée-Conti 2009

100/100

Overall rating

4/5

Value for money

€30.766,00

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Spottswoode Lyndenhurst Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

100/100

Overall rating

4/5

Value for money

Dom Perignon 2008

Dom Perignon 2008

France, Champagne

100/100

Overall rating

3/5

Value for money

€334,00

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Wayfarer Chardonnay The Estate 2022

98/100

Overall rating

4/5

Value for money

€106,92

€134,00

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Riecine Chianti Classico Bio 2024

95/100

Overall rating

5/5

Value for money

Kissinger-Bähr Null Ohm weiß Bio 2024

95/100

Overall rating

5/5

Value for money

Seckinger Riesling Ruppertsberg Reiterpfad 2020

100/100

Overall rating

4/5

Value for money

Østergaard Solaris 2023

Østergaard Solaris 2023

Denmark, Lolland

95/100

Overall rating

5/5

Value for money

€21,06

€24,00

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Nicola Gatta Cuvee Nature

Nicola Gatta Cuvee Nature

Italy, Lombardy

95/100

Overall rating

3/5

Value for money

Espino Pinot Noir 2021

Espino Pinot Noir 2021

Chile, Maipo Valley

€14,00

€16,00

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