Meyer - Näkel Spätburgunder 2023

The sisters' 2021 harvest was severely impacted by the floods, resulting in significant damage to their winery and vineyards. A substantial investment was made in the cellar, where the wine was aged to perfection. The result is a intense and full-bodied wine with a lovely stability of crispness and fruitiness. The nuances are well-integrated, with a gentle and plush body that wraps the palate. The fruit is ripe and juicy, with a nuanced touch of spice, distinctly anise. The follow through is long and satisfying, with a full and evolved character.

Rich, full-bodied wine with a deep, garnet hue. The nose reveals suggestions of forest fruits, floral hints, and a nuanced tarry undertone, accompanied by a touch of violets. The tongue is well-balanced, with a cohesive interplay of medium to high bracing quality and subtle to high tannins. The wine exhibits a complex, layered character, with secondary whispers of cured meat and mushroom. The tail is clean and refined, with mineral undertones. A well-crafted wine with a good mouthfeel, this German Spätburgunder is a soft surprise, and I was pleasantly surprised by its quality.

Robust and textured wine with a deep, fruity aroma, highlighted by understated herbal layers and a trace of oak. The flavor profile features ripe cherries, currants, and a subtle harmony of zest and tannins, resulting in a well-rounded and crisp finish.