Steintal Spätburgunder Bürgstadter Berg Erste Lage 2017

Steintal Spätburgunder Bürgstadter Berg Erste Lage 2017 is a refined German Pinot Noir from the steep, historic sandstone terraces of Franken’s Main valley. Sourced from the esteemed “Erste Lage” Bürgstadter Berg vineyard, it combines cool-climate freshness with remarkable depth and precision. This site, whose viticultural roots date back to at least 1261, is now a protected cultural landscape, celebrated for its outstanding Spätburgunder.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Spätburgunder shows a translucent ruby to garnet hue, with a bright, shimmering rim that hints at both finesse and maturity. The nose is marked by cool mineral tones, fine cherry aromas, and an elegant interplay of red and black berries—think wild strawberry, red currant, black raspberry—wrapped in subtle spice and a delicate earthiness. On the palate, the wine is juicy, cool, and distinctly elegant. A core of precise, polished fruit is framed by a vibrant, finely woven acidity and silky yet grippy tannins. The texture is both lithe and structured, delivering impressive depth and length without heaviness. Mineral notes from the Buntsandstein (red sandstone) carry through the finish, lending a saline, stony edge to the lingering red-fruited purity. Drinking beautifully now with some air, it also has the structure and acidity to develop further complexity over the next 5–8 years, and potentially beyond under good cellaring conditions.

Production
The Bürgstadter Berg vineyard in Franken is defined by its steep, terraced slopes of weathered Buntsandstein, which store warmth by day and release it at night, while the Main river below moderates temperatures and creates a unique mesoclimate. These conditions, combined with excellent drainage and poor, mineral-rich soils, naturally limit yields and intensify the character of Spätburgunder. Grapes are typically hand-harvested from these protected historic terraces to ensure only the healthiest, perfectly ripe bunches are selected. In the cellar, a gentle, Burgundy-inspired approach is used: careful destemming or partial whole-cluster fermentation, spontaneous or controlled fermentation in small vessels, and sensitive extraction to preserve finesse over power. Aging in oak—often a mix of older and selected new barrels—allows the wine to gain complexity and polish without overshadowing its cool-fruited, mineral-driven profile.

Food & Serving
This is a highly versatile food wine that shines alongside refined dishes rather than overpowering them. It pairs beautifully with roast duck, guinea fowl, or herb-crusted lamb, as well as lighter game such as venison carpaccio. Mushroom-based dishes, truffled pasta, and earthy root vegetables also echo its forest-floor subtleties, while mild to medium-soft cheeses (such as Tomme, Reblochon, or a young Comté) highlight its delicate fruit and acidity. Serve at 14–16°C (57–61°F) to emphasize freshness and finesse. Decanting for 30–60 minutes is recommended, especially in its youth, to allow the aromatics and fine tannins to fully unfurl.

Producer
Weingut Steintal is a quality-focused estate in the Franken region of Germany, an area whose wine tradition around Klingenberg and Bürgstadt dates back centuries and was documented as early as 1261. The winery has built its reputation on precision-crafted Spätburgunder from steep, terraced Buntsandstein vineyards, today recognized as some of Germany’s most characterful Pinot Noir sites. With a strong emphasis on expressing terroir, low yields, and careful, artisanal cellar work, Weingut Steintal has helped elevate Franken’s profile as a serious source of elegant, mineral-driven Pinot Noir. Their Bürgstadter Berg Erste Lage bottling stands as one of the flagships of the estate, regularly singled out by enthusiasts and critics for its finesse, depth, and aging potential.

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