COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Weingut Friedrich Becker
REGION
Pfalz
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Weingut Friedrich Becker is a family-owned estate in the Pfalz region of Germany, renowned for its dedication to Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir). Situated in Schweigen, near the border with Alsace, France, the winery's vineyards uniquely span both countries. This distinctive location, coupled with the region's shell limestone soils, contributes to the character of their wines. The Becker family has a long history in viticulture, with the current generation, led by Fritz Becker Jr., continuing a legacy of quality. Fritz Jr.'s international winemaking experience informs his approach, which emphasizes instinct and tradition over fleeting trends. The estate is a member of the VDP (The Association of German Quality and Prädikat Wine Estates), with some of their top single-vineyard sites classified as VDP.GROSSE LAGE®.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards straddle the German-French border.
Fact 02
Estate has two monopole vineyards: Sankt Paul and Heydenreich.
Fact 03
Winery is a member of the prestigious VDP.
Fact 04
Known for its iconic fox logo.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Weingut Friedrich Becker employs a winemaking philosophy centered on instinct and tradition. Grapes are hand-harvested to ensure quality. Fermentation is allowed to proceed naturally, without rushing the process. The wines are aged, with a notable use of small oak barrels (barriques), and top red wines are typically cellared for an extended period before release, allowing for development and integration of flavors and structure.
