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Franz Keller

fritz keller in the cellar

The Franz Keller winery in Oberbergen epitomises the quintessence of modern German Burgundy winemaking. Under the management of Friedrich Keller, who is the third generation to carry on the legacy of his father Fritz, the 40-hectare estate has developed into a beacon of the German wine scene. The architecturally impressive winery, integrated into the rock, reflects the high quality standards: Burgundy interpretations full of character are created here, inspired by the immediate proximity to French wine culture.

More about the winery




More about Franz Keller

The Kaiserstuhl, this unique terroir in the heart of Baden, is characterised by its volcanic soils and an almost Mediterranean microclimate. These special geological and climatic conditions offer ideal conditions for the cultivation of Burgundy varieties. The Keller family recognised this potential early on and has been using the natural advantages with great skill for generations. Fritz Keller laid the foundations for the uncompromising quality philosophy that characterises the winery today. His decades of experience and his deep understanding of the specialities of the terroir formed the foundation on which his son Friedrich now builds and leads the wines into the future with contemporary precision and technological know-how.

Innovative architecture in harmony

innovative architecture and terroir at franz keller

The new winery building, which blends harmoniously into the terraced vineyards of the Kaiserstuhl, is much more than an architectural statement. Built into the rock, it offers optimal climatic conditions for winemaking. The sophisticated design enables particularly gentle grape processing according to the gravity principle, in which the grapes are transported from reception to bottling with virtually no mechanical stress. This elaborate construction emphasises the winery's uncompromising quality standards and combines traditional winemaking expertise with state-of-the-art cellar technology.

Burgundian finesse with Baden character

The estate's white wines, especially the Burgundy, show remarkable precision and depth. The Pinot Blanc from the Pulverbuck vineyard, for example, impresses with its crystal-clear structure and mineral-infused elegance. It impressively demonstrates how Friedrich Keller knows how to express the characteristics of the vineyard in the wine. The reinterpretation of the Pinot Gris from the Oberbergener Bassgeige is also particularly noteworthy. This wine has been freed from its once sedate image and now presents itself with remarkable freshness and vibrancy, without losing any of its substance and complexity.

Pinot Noir as a flagship

The estate's red Burgundies deserve special attention. The estate impressively demonstrates the diversity and potential of the Kaiserstuhl for great Pinot Noirs with five different Grosse Gewächse. Each of these sites expresses its own characteristics, be it the powerful spiciness of the Achkarrer Schlossberg or the sublime elegance of the Oberbergener Pulverbuck. The wines combine precise fruit, silky tannins and a remarkable balance between power and finesse. They clearly show that German Pinot Noirs have long been on a par with some of their Burgundian counterparts.

Combining wine and cuisine

fritz keller's black eagle

The close connection with fine dining has always been a defining element of the winery. The close proximity to France and its great culinary tradition has been an important source of inspiration for all three generations of the Keller family. This is reflected not only in the estate's own restaurant, which enjoys international recognition, but also in the conception of the wines. They are consistently designed to accompany food and harmonise with both sophisticated tasting menus and down-to-earth Baden cuisine. This gastronomic orientation is reflected in the structured nature of the wines, which never come across as opulent or superficial, but always emphasise balance and elegance.

Future-orientated further development

Friedrich Keller has given the traditional winery a contemporary look without forgetting its roots. The modernisation of the labels is only the most visible expression of a comprehensive reorientation. The focus is on the continuous refinement of winemaking, in which the latest oenological findings merge with traditional craftsmanship. Particularly noteworthy is the excellent price-performance ratio offered by the wines, especially in the Erste Lage category. Here, discerning wine lovers will find Burgundies of exceptional quality at surprisingly moderate prices. The Grosses Gewächse, on the other hand, set quality standards and are among the best that German Burgundy wines have to offer.