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The Markgraf von Baden - Durbacher Schlossberg 'Sophienberg' Pinot Noir Grosses Gewächs trocken 2014comes from one of the estate's most prestigious vineyards. The following analysis summarises the most important technical data, ratings and taste impressions of this German grape wine.

📊 Technical data & facts

CharacteristicProperty Detail
WineryMargrave of Baden - Staufenberg Castle
SiteDurbacher Schlossberg "Sophienberg"
ClassificationVDP.Grosses Gewächs (dry)
Vintage2014
Grape varietyPinot Noir (Pinot Noir)
Alcohol contentapprox. 13 % vol.
Residual sugarapprox. 0.7 g/l (dry)
Total acidityapprox. 5.5 g/l
Maturationin wooden barrel
Wine priceapprox. 45 - 50 € (incl. VAT)

The stated values for residual sugar and acidity show that this is a characterful, dry red wine with a balanced structure. The ageing in wooden barrels gives it additional complexity.

📝 Tasting notes and quality

The wine's profile combines ripe fruit with elegant, spicy notes that are typical of a high-quality Pinot Noir.

🔍 Eye: Light, bright red with ruby red reflections, typical of a mature Pinot Noir.

👃 Aroma profile: The complex bouquet is dominated by intense notes of dark berries that harmonise with classic barrique hints:

  • Fruit: Blueberries, blackberries and blackcurrants are present.

  • Oak barrel: vanilla, cocoa and oriental spices round off the flavour.

👅 Palate & finish:This dry wine impresses with its full-bodied yet supple texture. The lively acidity adds freshness and contributes to a long, mineral finish in which the fruit reappears.

⭐ Ratings: 87 Falstaff points (Weinguide Deutschland 2017 ).

🍽️ Food recommendation and drinking maturity

With its combination of power and elegance, this wine is perfect for savoury dishes. Recommended:

  • Ossobuco or lamb ragout.

  • Hearty beef or game dishes.
    The balance and fine tannins make it a versatile food companion for a sophisticated dinner. The 2014 vintage is in an ideal drinking window, in which the primary fruit flavours and notes of maturity are perfectly balanced.

💡 Brief classification: Durbacher Schlossberg 'Sophienberg'

Sophienberg is one of the most prestigious vineyards in Durbacher Schlossberg and is classified by the renowned Association of German Prädikat Wine Estates (VDP) as a VDP.GROSSE LAGE- the highest level of the VDP vineyard pyramid. The steep slopes with weathered granite soils offer Pinot Noir optimal conditions for producing wines with exceptional depth and minerality.

Alcohol Alcohol: 14
Colour Colour: red
Country Country: Germany
Filling quantity Filling quantity: 750 ml
Flavour Flavour: dry
Grape variety Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Product type Product type: Wine
Region Region: Bathing
Type of wine Type of wine: Red wine
Vintage Vintage: 2014
Producer Producer: Margrave of Baden

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