Spätburgunder Daubhaus - Weingut Meyer-Näkel

The Spätburgunder Daubhaus - Weingut Meyer-Näkel displays a clear ruby-red colour in the glass, with bright reflections at the rim. The colour appears deep yet elegant and refined. Swirled in a Burgundy glass, it reveals a multi-layered bouquet reminiscent of ripe black cherries, juicy redcurrants and dark forest berries. Delicate hints of dried herbs, fine smoke and a touch of graphite lend additional tension and depth to the nose.

On the palate, this Spätburgunder is precise and clearly focused. The fruit of black cherry and forest berries meets a lively, well-integrated acidity. Fine-grained, silky tannins caress the palate and carry the fruit well into the finish. The dry style is powerful yet consistently delicate and graceful, with an impressive balance of freshness, fullness and elegance. A fine mineral impression recalls the cool slate sites of the Ahr and shapes the long, persistent finish.

This expressive cuvée made from a single grape variety is composed entirely of Spätburgunder grapes from the Ahr growing region in Germany. The region is regarded as one of the country’s most distinctive red-wine origins and shows an exceptional profile, especially with Spätburgunder. The Spätburgunder Daubhaus - Weingut Meyer-Näkel combines the spiciness of the slate soils with the finesse of cool sites, creating clear red-berry aromatics and a lively structure.

• Wine type: Red wine, dry, single-variety
• Grape variety: Spätburgunder
• Origin: Ahr, Germany
• Alcohol content: 13.0% vol
• Bottle size: 0.75 litres, classic Burgundy bottle
• Closure: Cork
• Allergens: contains sulphites and sulphur dioxide
• Recommended glass: Burgundy glass

1. Intense red-berry fruit with black cherry, redcurrant and forest berries
2. Silky tannins and precise acidity
3. Elegant body with a mineral accent
4. Long, finely spiced finish with the cool character of the Ahr

Production of the Spätburgunder Daubhaus from Weingut Meyer-Näkel

The grapes for the Spätburgunder Daubhaus - Weingut Meyer-Näkel come from selected sites along the Ahr, one of Europe’s northernmost red-wine regions. The climate here is distinctly shaped by cool nights and warm days, which intensively accompany the ripening process of the Spätburgunder grapes. Steep slate and greywacke slopes store the sun’s warmth during the day and release it slowly, while the proximity of the Ahr River promotes mild air currents.

The soils consist primarily of slate, greywacke and volcanic rock. These mineral-rich subsoils shape the character of the grapes and provide pronounced structure in the finished wine. Yields in the vineyard are deliberately kept low so that the berries develop a high concentration. The grapes are harvested selectively and carefully by hand, ensuring that only fully ripe, aromatically dense grapes reach the cellar.

After harvesting, the grapes are taken promptly to the press. Gentle processing is the priority. The berries are partially destemmed and transferred to open fermentation vessels. There, temperature-controlled maceration and fermentation begin, with regular punch-downs ensuring intensive colour extraction, fine tannin structure and abundant aroma. Fermentation lasts several days, allowing a complex range of aromas with notes of red and dark berries to develop.

The wine then matures in wood, typically in traditional Burgundy barrels and selected barriques. A carefully balanced proportion of new and used wood gives the wine additional depth, fine toast notes and a creamy texture without overpowering its delicate fruit. Maturation on the fine lees provides additional fullness on the palate and lends the wine an elegant, harmonious character.

The style of Weingut Meyer-Näkel is based on clarity, precision and fidelity to the terroir. Spontaneous impulsiveness gives way here to a precisely planned maturation process that clearly highlights the distinctive qualities of the Ahr and Spätburgunder. The winemaker’s signature is evident in the combination of freshness, inner density and remarkable elegance, making the Spätburgunder Daubhaus a distinctive ambassador for the region.

Serving Recommendations for the Spätburgunder Daubhaus from Weingut Meyer-Näkel

The Spätburgunder Daubhaus accompanies rich, dark dishes with great harmony. Braised beef dishes, game ragout or saddle of lamb engage in an exciting dialogue with its juicy cherry fruit. This wine also reveals its full class alongside substantial lighter dishes such as saddle of veal, braised poultry or hearty roasts. Mushroom dishes, truffle pasta or risotto with wild mushrooms harmonise beautifully with its earthy spiciness and fine tannins.

A small selection of suitable dishes:

• Haunch of venison with juniper jus and cranberries
• Beef cheeks in red-wine sauce with root vegetables
• Saddle of veal with herb crust and potato gratin
• Poultry terrine with cranberry jelly
• Mushroom risotto with porcini or chanterelles
• Hard cheese and semi-firm cheeses with a nutty flavour

This Spätburgunder is an excellent match for special occasions such as festive menus, stylish dinners for two or as an impressive companion to a gourmet menu. It also reveals its charm during an elegant evening by the fireplace or as part of a high-quality wine tasting, inviting intense conversations about style, origin and character.

The ideal serving temperature is between 15 and 18 °C. Within this range, the fruit appears open, the tannins are particularly refined and the spiciness emerges clearly. A large Burgundy glass provides sufficient space for the complex bouquet to unfold and supports the wine’s elegant progression across the palate.

For storage, a cool, dark room with a consistent climate is recommended, with the bottle stored horizontally so that the cork remains moistened. Under suitable conditions, this Spätburgunder develops additional depth, velvety textures and nuanced aromatics with hints of undergrowth, dried herbs and fine maturity over several years. Thus, the Spätburgunder Daubhaus - Weingut Meyer-Näkel is already extremely approachable and offers many special moments of enjoyment after careful ageing.

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