Dernauer Pfarrwingert 2022

Wine Description for Dernauer Pfarrwingert 2022 by Bertram-Baltes

Colour & Appearance

Vibrant cherry red with ruby reflexes that lighten towards the rim – a Pinot Noir that communicates its origin and vintage with transparency.

Nose

Enchantingly fresh and multi-layered: raspberries, sour cherries and pomegranate dominate, underpinned by lingonberries and floral notes. Beneath this, a fine minerality and delicate smokiness, courtesy of local oak – purist and inviting in equal measure.

Palate

Juicy, supple, vibrant. The red fruit from the nose continues on the palate, carried by a vibrating structure and refreshing acidity. At just 11.5% alcohol, this Spätburgunder displays Burgundian finesse rather than power – a wine that convinces through elegance and drinkability, not extraction.

Finish

Medium length, with lingering fruitiness and mineral resonance. The unfiltered, unfined bottling lends the finish additional texture and authenticity.

Terroir & Origin

The Dernauer Pfarrwingert on the Ahr is among the region’s traditional vineyard sites. The slate soils and mild microclimate of the Ahr Valley shape this Pinot Noir with its characteristic minerality and freshness.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Hand-harvested Spätburgunder, spontaneously fermented in barrels of local oak. The decision for unfiltered, unfined bottling underscores Bertram-Baltes‘ philosophy: maximum authenticity, minimal intervention. A natural wine approach with a clear signature.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Pan-fried calf’s liver with raspberries, duck ragout with orange or fresh cheese with beetroot – the wine pairs well with both hearty cuisine and vegetarian refinement. Serve lightly chilled at 14-16°C, ideally decanted.

Special Characteristics

A Spätburgunder that doesn’t confuse lightness with arbitrariness. The moderate alcohol content and spontaneous fermentation make it a modern Ahr Pinot with soul – perfect for those who favour elegance over opulence.