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grape varieties Frühburgunder (Pinot Madeleine)

Frühburgunder is a red wine variety and a mutation of the well-known grape variety Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir). It is a rather rare grape variety and is mainly cultivated in Germany, particularly in the wine-growing regions of the Ahr, Rheingau and Moselle. In comparison, the main characteristics of this grape variety are:

International Features:

Cultivation: Frühburgunder is mainly cultivated in Germany and is less common internationally. It is possible that it can be found in small amounts in some other countries.

Aroma: Frühburgunder wines can have a complex aroma with notes of red fruits such as cherries, raspberries and red currants. There may also be some spiciness and earthiness.

Taste: The wines from Frühburgunder are generally medium-bodied to full-bodied with moderate tannins and a pleasant acidity. The taste is often fruity and can also contain spicy or earthy elements.

Maturation: Frühburgunder wines often mature well and can gain in complexity over time.

German characteristics:

Cultivation areas: Frühburgunder is mainly cultivated in German wine-growing regions such as the Ahr, Rheingau and Moselle.

Climate and soil: Frühburgunder thrives particularly well in cooler climates and on rocky slopes. The German wine regions in which Frühburgunder is grown often offer these optimal conditions.

Aroma: German Frühburgunder wines are known for their fruity aroma, which can be reminiscent of ripe red berries and cherries. Depending on the vineyard location and expansion, spicy or earthy notes can also occur.

Designations: Frühburgunder wines from Germany often bear the designation "German red wine" or "Quality wine from specific cultivation areas" (QbA) on the label.

Since Frühburgunder is a rare grape variety, there can be differences in cultivation practice and flavor profile, depending on the wine-growing region in which it is grown and how the winemaker ages the wine. It is therefore worth trying Frühburgunder wines from different regions in order to discover the diversity of this interesting grape variety.

2021 Fürst Frühburgunder R
- Rudolf Fürst -

EUR 80,00

0.750 litre bottle
/basic price EUR 106,67 pro litre

incl. 19 % VAT excl. shipping costs

The rarely cultivated, complex and capricious Frühburgunder is an old grape variety in Bürgstadt. It is a small-berry brother to Pinot Noir and produces only minimal yields with an average of 22hl/ha. The "R" comes from the best pinot noir parcel of the Centgrafenberg. Compared to the finer Pinot Noir, the Frühburgunder is spicier and has darker berries and is slightly smokier. Overall, the wine is stronger, it is incredibly complex and often has the taste of dark chocolate. The grapes are particularly popular with birds, wild boar and wasps.

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2021 Fürst Frühburgunder R
☆ Rudolf Fürst ☆

EUR 80,00

0.750 litre bottle
/basic price EUR 106,67 pro litre

incl. 19 % VAT excl. shipping costs

2022 Fürst Frühburgunder R
- Rudolf Fürst -

EUR 80,00

0.750 litre bottle
/basic price EUR 106,67 pro litre

incl. 19 % VAT excl. shipping costs

to article

2022 Fürst Frühburgunder R
☆ Rudolf Fürst ☆

EUR 80,00