Spätburgunder Kalk und Löss 2023

Wine Description for Spätburgunder Kalk und Löss 2023 from Weingut am Klotz

Character

The Spätburgunder Kalk und Löss 2023 from Weingut am Klotz is a wine that carries its origins in its very name – an honest bow to the soil from which it springs. With 13.0% vol. alcohol and a dry style, this Spätburgunder aims for elegance and balance, not power. It stands in the tradition of those Baden Pinot Noirs that place finesse above richness and seek dialogue with their terroir.

Terroir & Origin

Baden is Germany’s warmest wine region – shaped by the mild climate between the Black Forest and the Rhine Valley. The name addition “Kalk und Löss” refers to two defining soil types: the limestone lends the wine mineral tension and structure, whilst the loess – fine-grained, nutrient-rich and heat-retaining – provides depth and a certain silky texture. This combination is no accident, but rather a craft commitment: origin as programme.

Grape Variety & Vinification

The Spätburgunder – internationally known as Pinot Noir – is Germany’s most demanding red grape variety and has been at home in Baden for centuries. It demands precise work in both vineyard and cellar. Careful ageing that preserves the natural transparency of the variety is crucial: the wine should let the soil speak, not the technique. The moderate alcohol content hints at conscious harvesting and cellar management that places freshness and drinkability at the forefront.

Food Pairing Recommendations

A Spätburgunder of this style is an excellent table companion. It pairs classically with duck breast, game dishes such as venison fillet or wild boar ragout, but also with roasted veal and mushroom risotto. For those who prefer something less complex: Pinot Noir cheeses like Époisses or a mature Munster cheese from nearby Alsace are practically predestined for this pairing.