Oberbergen Bassgeige Spätburgunder - Franz Keller

In the glass, the Oberbergen Bassgeige Spätburgunder - Franz Keller glows a clear ruby red with delicate garnet reflections at the rim. The nose reveals a finely nuanced interplay of aromas including juicy cherry, ripe woodland berries and subtle spicy notes. A hint of cedarwood, a touch of black pepper and a delicate suggestion of dried flowers lend depth and intrigue to the bouquet.

On the palate, this Spätburgunder is elegant and precise. The cherry fruit is clear and pronounced, accompanied by nuances of redcurrants and a hint of rosehip. The structure is silky, with finely woven tannins and lively, well-integrated acidity. The wine glides across the tongue with a slender yet powerful presence and leaves a long finish in which cherry, subtle toasted aromas and spicy components make an impressive reappearance.

The style is classically Baden in character, yet marked by modern finesse. The tannins appear ripe and polished, without harshness, while the acidity adds a fresh, invigorating accent. The body has medium volume and comes across as very balanced and harmonious. The dry style emphasizes the clear, fruit-driven aromatics, while maturation in small oak barrels contributes delicate toasted and cedarwood notes.

The Spätburgunder grape, known internationally as Pinot Noir, comes from the distinctive vineyards around Oberbergen in the Baden wine-growing region. The combination of loess soils and volcanic rock gives the wine mineral tension and particular elegance. It is precisely this origin that lends the Spätburgunder its subtle coolness and precise fruit character.

• Wine color: luminous ruby red with garnet reflections
• Grape variety: Spätburgunder (single-variety)
• Origin: Baden, Oberbergen, Germany
• maturation: small oak barrels for additional depth
• Aromas: cherry, spicy notes, cedarwood, subtle berry nuances
• Style: elegant, fruit-driven, finely spiced, dry

1. Intense aromas of cherries and delicate spice
2. Silky tannins and a precise, lively acidity structure
3. Mineral accents from loess and volcanic rock
4. Oak maturation contributes cedarwood and toasted aromas
5. Long, clearly structured finish

Overall, this is a Spätburgunder with a distinctive signature: elegant, characterful and clearly defined by its origin. Oberbergen Bassgeige Spätburgunder - Franz Keller accompanies moments of pleasure and appeals both to experienced Pinot lovers and to those discovering this grape variety.

Production of Franz Keller’s Oberbergen Bassgeige Spätburgunder

The grapes for the Oberbergen Bassgeige Spätburgunder - Franz Keller come from the distinctive vineyards around Oberbergen in the Kaiserstuhl. This sub-region of Baden offers a unique interplay of climate and soil. Warm, sun-filled days and cool nights give the berries intense aromas while preserving their inner freshness.

The vines are rooted in a combination of fertile loess and distinctive volcanic rock. Loess provides delicate creaminess and ripe fruit, while the volcanic rock contributes mineral tension and pronounced structure. This geological diversity clearly shapes the character of the wine.

Careful selection is the priority during harvesting. Only fully ripe, aromatic grapes reach the cellar, ensuring clarity and precision in the finished wine. The berries are handled gently to protect the delicate skins of the Spätburgunder and preserve the elegant tannin structure.

Fermentation takes place under temperature control so that the variety’s characteristic cherry fruit and fine spicy notes remain at the forefront. The wine then matures in small oak barrels. This maturation adds complexity, contributing cedarwood and subtle toasted notes while harmoniously rounding out the texture on the palate.

The style of the Franz Keller winery clearly favors finesse over opulence. The winemaker’s signature is reflected in the balance between intense fruit, precise structure and finely integrated oak. Every step is aimed at elegance, drinkability and an authentic expression of origin.

Serving Suggestions for the Oberbergen Bassgeige Spätburgunder - Franz Keller

This Spätburgunder is an excellent and versatile accompaniment to food. Its clear cherry fruit and delicate spice harmonize particularly well with a variety of dark, savory dishes. Delicate toasted aromas from the oak barrel skillfully echo flavors from the kitchen, creating a harmonious overall impression at the table.

The wine is an ideal match for:

• roasted or braised beef
• rack of lamb with an herb crust
• duck or goose with fruit-based side dishes
• light-colored yet hearty dishes such as veal ragout or poultry in cream sauce
• mushroom dishes, risotto with wild mushrooms or mild game ragout
• medium-bodied cheeses, preferably from regional producers

In everyday settings, this red wine accompanies sophisticated evening meals just as confidently as a relaxed dinner with friends. At festive occasions, it complements multi-course menus featuring dark meat or substantial vegetarian dishes and brings an elegant, never overpowering red-wine note to the glass.

For ideal enjoyment, a serving temperature of approximately 15 to 18 °C is recommended. A Burgundy glass provides the delicate aromas with sufficient room to unfold fully. In a generously rounded glass, the cherry fruit, spicy nuances and cedarwood develop particularly impressively.

Young bottles already offer plenty of drinking pleasure and display radiant fruit with lively freshness. A few years of bottle age deepen the spicy notes, the texture becomes even smoother and the aromas emerge in harmonious layers. Storage is recommended in a cool, dark place at a preferably constant temperature so that the wine can preserve its elegant character over the long term.

Whether served with a festive roast, an autumnal mushroom dish or simply enjoyed as a stylish red wine for special occasions, this Spätburgunder from the Franz Keller estate lends every moment a finely balanced, characterful note.

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