2018 Ihringen Vorderer Winklerberg Spätburgunder Grosses Gewächs trocken, Baden, Germany

Clear, quite deep, polished, tart aroma of black and red berries with a little herbal and juniper notes, floral notes and quite fine dark spice. Ripe, firm, very juicy, tart fruit, present tannin, still slightly drying, somewhat sooty and smoky wood, nutty tones and coffee grounds, salt in the background, persistent, has power, quite distinct minerality, peppery hints, gains juice and freshness with air, very good, firm, tart finish. Needs time.

Best to drink: 2024-2030+. What our ratings mean