Vintage: 2022 Origin: Baden, Germany Grapes: Pinot Noir Alcohol: 12.5% Wasenhaus Spätburgunder 2022 is the gateway drug to German Pinot Noir - a delicious introduction. Sourced from sandy and loess soils across Baden, this isn't just an entry-level wine; it's a masterclass in finesse. Partially whole-cluster fermented (30% kept as whole bunches) and aged for 14 months in French oak, it's a wine that whispers sophistication. Imagine a Pinot that starts cool and reserved, then explodes with red cherries, violets, and intriguing herbal notes of juniper and bay leaves. There's a subtle spiciness - a hint of soy sauce - adding unexpected depth. On the palate, it's all about pristine freshness with grippy tannins and a delicate cocoa undertone. This is the kind of wine that proves German Pinot Noir isn't just catching up to the world - it's leading the way. Each sip is a reminder of why Wasenhaus is creating so much buzz: precision, elegance, and pure drinking pleasure.
