Malterdinger Rosé Trocken 2020 Bernhard Huber 75 cl

Description

History

Bernhard Huber’s professional career and connection with his land are closely linked to the production of Pinot Noir, known locally as Spätburgunder. The Baden region has a long tradition of cultivating this noble red grape variety. As early as the 13th century, Cistercian monks who were dedicated to research and microzonation noted the strong soil and climate analogy between Burgundy and this German region, located between Alsace, the Rhine and the Black Forest. Bernhard, from an early age, understood the importance of these historical roots and initiated a project to restructure local viticulture, which was still too anchored to the cooperative realities of the decades before the war. Today, Bernhard’s wife Barbara and their son Julian produce 5 different varieties of wine, among which Chardonnay and Pinot Noir stand out, which have been defined as “the best in Germany and among the best overall” by Jancis Robinson.

Grapes used

Pinot Noir 100%

Production method

Long fermentation and maceration process, all strictly following a natural methodology. Aged in second and third-hand barriques. No clarification and no filtration.

Alcohol content

12.5%

Tasting notes

Salmon pink. Notes of rhubarb, grapefruit and raspberry are perceived on the nose, with a light fruitiness and a light peppery note. On the palate, great structure and grip, with a mineral and chalky freshness, a characteristic that you would not expect from a rosé, but which is perfectly harmonious. Powerful and dense, with a surprisingly long finish.

Possible pairings

It pairs beautifully with seafood such as lobster, scampi, smoked trout and Arctic char. It is also perfect with red meats, such as roasts and grilled veal.