2015 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder)
Classification Grosses Gewächs (GG)
Region Baden
Soil Reddish, Iron-rich and partly very rocky soil
Sites Bienenberg “Wildenstein”, Malterdingen
Production Details The Wildenstein site comprises small terraces, some retained by ancient dry-stone walls. Planting density is reported as 5,000–10,000 vines per hectare, and the rocky ground forces deep rooting.
Tasting Notes Clear, deep, fresh and mineral; dark fruit, crushed stones and flowers; full-bodied and generous, with fine-grained tannins, finesse, elegance and a long, juicy finish.
Critics Ratings 94
2014 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder)
Classification Grosses Gewächs (GG)
Region Baden
Soil Iron-rich shell limestone
Sites Bienenberg “Wildenstein”, Malterdingen
Tasting Notes Subtle, refined and cool; red fruit, nettles, lime juice, flowers and discreet oak; round, fresh and elegant, with tension, grip and a lemon-toned finish.
2013 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder)
Classification Grosses Gewächs (GG)
Region Baden
Soil Reddish, Iron-rich and partly very rocky soil
Sites Bienenberg “Wildenstein”, Malterdingen
Production Details The Wildenstein site comprises small terraces, some with ancient dry-stone walls. Planting density is reported as 5,000–10,000 vines per hectare, and the rocky ground forces deep rooting.
Tasting Notes Pure cherry eau-de-vie, sweet cherries, dark chocolate, cedar, cloves and cigar smoke; generous plum and cherry fruit with restrained barrique, spice, smoke, healthy acidity and unobtrusive tannins.
Critics Ratings 18.5
Producer Information
Website
Address
Heimbacher Weg 19,79364 Malterdingen
Phone
+49 (0)7644/9297220
Email
Owner
Barbara und Julian Huber
Cellarmaster
Julian Huber