Structure

Bodyfull
Tanninfirm
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oakbarrel aged

Drinking window

Best 5 to 15 years from vintage.
vintage5 yrs15 yrs17 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninHigh acidityDryLong finish

Palate: complex, elegant, silky tannins

Single-site Pinot Noir from the Steinbuck parcel on volcanic soils, complex with elegant, silky tannins, per the producer's own tasting note.

What it pairs with

  • Roast lamb rack
    Silky but firm tannin matches the richness of roast lamb.
  • Duck breast with red wine jus
    Complex fruit depth mirrors a classic duck preparation.
  • Aged Comte
    A long, nutty cheese finish suits the wine's own length.

History

Steinbuck is Johner's premium single-vineyard Pinot Noir from volcanic Kaiserstuhl soils, the estate's top red tier.

Facts

Producer
Weingut Karl H. Johner · visiting guide
Grapes
Spaetburgunder (Pinot Noir)
Classification
Deutscher Qualitaetswein
Oak
French oak barrels, extended elevage per the producer's premium single-site tier.
ABV
13.5%
Price
EUR38-42 at retail
Drinking window
5-15 from vintage

Frequently asked about Pinot Noir Steinbuck

What does Pinot Noir Steinbuck taste like?

Complex, with elegant, silky tannins from the volcanic Steinbuck soils, per the producer's own tasting note.

When should I drink it?

Best from 5 years after vintage, with cellaring potential to about 15 years.

What food pairs with it?

Roast lamb rack and duck breast with red wine jus both suit its structure.

Tags

dry firm tannin full body high acid medium term mood elegant occasion cellar occasion special old world pairs with aged cheese pairs with game pairs with red meat price premium single vineyard spaetburgunder pinot noir still red

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