2023 Bürgstadt Centgrafenberg Spätburgunder VDP.Grosses Gewächs trocken, Franconia/Franken, Germany

Very fine, transparent, quite deep nose of red and black berries with meaty nuances, floral traces, a hint of bacon, as well as herbal and mineral undertones. Polished, juicy, cool, tart fruit, very fine acidity and a bit of bite, slightly smoky to roasted wood notes, salty minerality in the background, a hint of herbs and dark ethereal spice, certain depth, still undeveloped, will become finer and more complex with air, very good, firm, tart, juicy and spicy, again also mineral finish.

Best to drink: 2027-2034+. What our ratings mean