Pinot Noir `Imperial` Ruppertsberger Pfalz 2021
Country
Germany
Region
Pfalz
Producer
Ruppertsberger
Grape(s)
Pinot Noir (100%)
Type
Red
Style
Not Set
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Off dry
Alcohol Content
13.5%
Closure Style
Screw cap
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
Pfalz region of southern Germany is warmer than the Mosel and ripens a wider variety of varietals. The region has a long history of wine dating back to Roman times. Its wines tend to be fuller in weight and intensity than most German wine. It is planted with Riesling, Muller Thurgau and increasing amounts of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Producer
The Ruppertsberg Cooperative is one of the most dynamic in Germany. In the 1980s the growers completely rebuilt their wine cellars and have continuously invested in new equipment. Winemaking in the Mittlehaart goes back to Roman times, they originally planted vines there because the area is one of the warmest winegrowing regions of Germany. The loam and sandstone soils from around Ruppertsberg and up to just above Bad Durkheim are some of the best in the Rhine valley. Great emphasis is put on individual vineyards using cover crops rather than herbicides and harvesting at optimal ripeness in each plot.
Tasting Notes
German Pinot Noir is predominantly drunk in the German domestic market as they are so popular! This cuvee is made from mature vines of 15 to 25 years old, grown on warm, well drained light loam and sand soils. It is fermented at relatively cool temperatures of about 22c and aged in large wooden barrels for about four months. This is a fine example of Pinot Noir, soft and elegant touch of spice and excellent concentration of fruit. Can be served lightly chilled.
Food
Perfect with cold meats, pate and roast chicken.
