Meyer - Näkel
Meyer - Näkel Blue Slate Pinot Noir
4.3
Expert Rating
4.0
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Meyer-Näkel Blue Slate Pinot Noir is a premium wine produced by the renowned German winery, Meyer-Näkel. The grapes are sourced from the steep slopes of the Ahr Valley, known for its unique blue slate soil that imparts a distinct minerality to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels to enhance the wine's complexity and depth. The resulting wine is a beautiful expression of Pinot Noir, with a medium-bodied style that showcases the fruit's delicate flavors of red berries, cherries, and subtle spice notes. Meyer-Näkel Blue Slate Pinot Noir is a must-try for wine enthusiasts looking for a high-quality, elegant wine with a sense of place.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Meyer - Näkel Blue Slate Pinot Noir is a complex and vibrant wine with aromas of black cherry, blackberry, and red currants.The palate reveals an intricate combination of black tea, forest floor, and subtle hints of oak. Elegant and medium-bodied, this wine has a long, lingering finish that leaves a pleasant impression. Enjoy this Pinot Noir with hearty poultry stews, game, or a cheese plate.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2058
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Meyer - Näkel
Region: Ahr
Ahr is Germany's most northerly premium red wine region, located in the Rhineland-Palatinate region of the country. It is known for its steep, terraced vineyards and its red wines made from the Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir) grape.
Ahr has a long history of winemaking, with evidence of vineyards dating back to the Roman Empire. The region was officially recognized as a wine-producing area in the late 19th century, and it has since become one of Germany's most important wine regions.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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