Structure

Bodyfull
Tanninfirm
Aciditymedium
Sweetnessdry
Finishmedium
Oakbarrel aged

Drinking window

Best 3 to 9 years from vintage.
vintage3 yrs9 yrs11 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 tanninMedium acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: dark fruit

Palate: full-bodied, dense, grippy tannins

Full-bodied Bordeaux-leaning red cuvee blending Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Spaetburgunder and Cabernet Dorsa, with dense, grippy tannins and dark fruit, per the producer's own tasting note.

What it pairs with

  • Grilled ribeye
    Dense, grippy tannin suits a well-marbled steak.
  • Lamb tagine
    Dark fruit depth stands up to spiced, slow-cooked lamb.
  • Aged cheddar
    A firm, sharp cheese balances the wine's grip.

History

Rotwein Cuvee Maximilian is Johner's international-varietal blend, combining Bordeaux grapes with Spaetburgunder and the disease-resistant Cabernet Dorsa.

Facts

Producer
Weingut Karl H. Johner · visiting guide
Grapes
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Spaetburgunder (Pinot Noir), Cabernet Dorsa
Classification
Badischer Landwein
Oak
French oak barrels, per the producer's full-bodied cuvee style.
ABV
13.5%
Price
EUR14-17 at retail
Drinking window
3-9 from vintage

Frequently asked about Rotwein Cuvee Maximilian

What grapes are in Rotwein Cuvee Maximilian?

Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Spaetburgunder and Cabernet Dorsa.

What does it taste like?

Full-bodied with dense, grippy tannins and dark fruit, per the producer's own tasting note.

When should I drink it?

It drinks well from 3 to 9 years after the vintage.

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