Spätburgunder Tradition 2022 from Rudolf Fürst has just arrived in our hands, and it’s the finest expression of Pinot Noir that the Franken region has to offer! A wine from some of the best vineyards in the area, with irresistible freshness, depth, and unmatched elegance. Honestly, we expected nothing less from Fürst—a truly great producer of “Burgundian” varieties on German soil. The 92 points from Robert Parker and James Suckling simply confirm it!
Weingut Rudolf Fürst has been crafting wines that elevate the reputation and quality of German Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder) worldwide. Paul Fürst is considered a pioneer in the German wine scene, playing a key role in reviving the nearly forgotten Frühburgunder (also known as Pinot Noir Précoce, essentially a mutation of Pinot Noir) in the area. The uniqueness of the region lies in its red sandstone subsoil, which forms the foundation of its terroir and imparts elegance, finesse, and a distinctive minerality to its Pinot Noir. The Fürst family harnesses this gift with a philosophy of minimalist expression, creating some of Germany’s most refined wines without unnecessary additions.
Spätburgunder Tradition 2022 from Weingut Rudolf Fürst comes from Pinot Noir grapes sourced from young vines in top-class Grosse Lage and Erste Lage vineyards, as well as very old vines at the foot of slopes at altitudes of 190–300 meters. Fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts and 30% whole clusters in open oak and concrete vats. The wine then matures for 13 months in old French barrels and is bottled unfiltered, in line with their low-intervention philosophy.
Spätburgunder Tradition 2022 from Fürst speaks the language of authentic, “pure” winemaking—without extra embellishments or additions. The simplicity and distinctive expression of Pinot Noir in this microclimate have become the hallmark of Weingut Rudolf Fürst, through wines like this one that you absolutely must try!
