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Matt ruby to garnet red, lighter at the rim. Rather closed, multi-layered bouquet of plums, forest berries, cherries, fine-grained oak and cold smoke with toasty aromas. Dense, firmly structured fruit, at present rather cool and restrained, very fine, noticeable tannins, lightly smoky oak spice, enormous power and depth on the palate. Both the tannins and the prominent mineral notes provide structure, decidedly persistent, intense Pinot aromas, excellent balance, very long finish.
The German wine-growing region of Franconia used to be divided into the three areas of Maindreieck, Mainviereck and Steigerwald with 23 Großlagen and...
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100 WP uniqueWines that can only be made differently, but not better. |
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95-99 WP greatWorld-class wines whose depth, complexity, character and expressiveness give an unforgettable, sensual experience. |
90-94 WP excellentFirst class wines that are among the best of their kind. They are characterized by purity, harmony, depth and character. |
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85-89 WP very goodRemarkable wines with personality, expression, as well as a certain complexity and depth. They deserve every wine lover's attention. |
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80-84 WP goodClean, harmonious, at best typical wines. |
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