Weingut Heid Lemberger Fellbacher Goldberg Erste Lage Bio 2023

Weingut Heid Lemberger Fellbacher Goldberg Erste Lage Bio 2021 is a refined, organically grown expression of Blaufränkisch (Lemberger) from one of Württemberg’s most respected single sites. Sourced from the prized Goldberg vineyard above Fellbach, this wine showcases the cool-climate, elegant side of the grape, far removed from the richer, warmer styles of Hungary or Austria. Classified as an Erste Lage and crafted with a clear focus on precision and terroir, it offers a sophisticated, mineral-driven take on a traditional regional specialty.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Lemberger shows a luminous medium ruby core with violet reflections, hinting at both freshness and concentration. The nose opens with fully ripe sour cherry and dark berry fruit—blackberry, elderberry, and a touch of dried blueberry—layered with earthy undertones, dried herbs, and a subtle hint of spice. As it breathes, notes of red plum, a whiff of red-fleshed peach, and fine cocoa shavings emerge, supported by discreet, well-integrated oak. On the palate, the wine is juicy and precise, with vibrant cherry and dark berry flavors carried by a fresh, linear acidity that keeps everything finely tuned. There’s a gentle nod to chocolate and roasted cacao, wrapped around a core of spicy, savory fruit and delicate herbal nuances. The tannins are fine, silky, and well‑polished, providing structure without ever feeling harsh. This is a Lemberger that leans towards elegance rather than sheer power, and in a good cellar it should evolve beautifully over the next 5–8 years, gaining complexity in its spice and tertiary notes while retaining its aromatic lift.

Production
The Fellbacher Goldberg is one of Württemberg’s standout hillside sites, with sun‑exposed slopes, stony, well‑drained soils and a distinctly cool climate that stretches the growing season and preserves the grape’s natural acidity. Weingut Heid farms this parcel organically, focusing on low yields, meticulous hand work in the vineyard, and manual harvesting to ensure only perfectly ripe, healthy Lemberger grapes are selected. In the cellar, the fruit is typically destemmed and undergoes a controlled maceration and fermentation to extract fine tannins and aromatic depth, followed by aging in wooden barrels where the oak is kept deliberately subtle. The result is a wine that clearly reflects its terroir and grape variety, rather than the imprint of heavy winemaking.

Food & Serving
This Lemberger is a versatile partner at the table and pairs beautifully with roasted poultry, duck breast, veal, or pork dishes, as well as lamb chops with Mediterranean herbs. It also works well alongside mushroom risotto, root‑vegetable gratins, grilled halloumi, or mild to medium‑aged hard cheeses. Serve at about 15–17 °C, slightly cooler than room temperature, to highlight its freshness and spice. A short decant of 30–45 minutes is recommended for young bottles to allow the aromatics to open and the tannins to soften further.

Producer
Weingut Heid is a family‑run estate based in Fellbach, in the heart of Württemberg, and has become known as one of the region’s most thoughtful interpreters of Lemberger and other traditional varieties. With a strong commitment to organic farming and a clear focus on origin‑driven wines, the estate has helped redefine Württemberg’s reputation from a mainly local, everyday wine region to a source of serious, terroir‑expressive reds. By carefully cultivating top sites such as the Fellbacher Goldberg and favoring minimal‑intervention practices in the cellar, Weingut Heid has garnered increasing attention from sommeliers and wine lovers alike, positioning itself as a benchmark producer for elegant, cool‑climate Lemberger in Germany.

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