{"title":"Friedrich Becker","description":"The wines from Friedrich Becker in the Palatinate region embody a clear philosophy: meticulous craftsmanship meets a genuine connection to nature. Whether it\u0026#39;s the juicy Schweigen Pinot Gris with its bright fruit notes, the complex Pinot Noir with its delicate cherry fruit, or the elegant 0.357l bottle for a small indulgence – with Becker, you can taste the dedication in every glass. The grapes ripen on the diverse soils surrounding the German-Alsatian wine village and are carefully vinified in stainless steel tanks. These wines are down-to-earth, honest, and simply bring joy when enjoyed on a relaxing evening.","products":[{"product_id":"friedrich-becker-grauburgunder-0357l","title":"Friedrich Becker Grauburgunder 0.357l","description":"\u003cp\u003ePinot Gris in a 0.357-liter bottle — ideal if you\u0026#39;re planning a second wine to accompany your meal or don\u0026#39;t want to finish half a bottle. In the glass, it displays the clear, precise style for which Friedrich Becker is known.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The winery is located in Schweigen at the southernmost tip of the Palatinate, right on the border with Alsace. Friedrich Becker and his son Fritz work with vineyards on both sides of the border — the soils alternate between limestone and shell limestone, which gives the white wines a distinct mineral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The Pinot Gris has aromas of stone fruit—pear, ripe apple—with nutty and slightly floral notes, along with a hint of yeast and a mineral undertone. On the palate, it is juicy and fresh, with lively but never harsh acidity. The finish is delicately smoky, lingering, and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Serving temperature: 10–12 °C. Pairs well with pan-fried pike-perch with beurre blanc, tarte flambée with crème fraîche and bacon, or a mild goat cheese. It also makes a good accompaniment to Asian dishes with coconut milk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friedrich Becker","offers":[{"title":"2022","offer_id":52694919086416,"sku":"V30791","price":9.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_friedrich_becker_grauburgunder_0_357l.webp?v=1771238019"},{"product_id":"becker-schweigener-grauer-burgunder","title":"Pinot Gris","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Pinot Gris that shows what the Southern Palatinate is capable of: substantial, dry, with the typical smoothness of the grape variety and at the same time enough freshness not to seem too heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFriedrich Becker\u003c\/strong\u003e cultivates vineyards in Schweigen, right on the French border with Alsace, which are among the southernmost in the Palatinate. The winery is primarily known for its Pinot Noir, but the warm, loess-dominated location also showcases its strengths in Pinot Gris: full ripeness with preserved acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays aromas of quince and ripe apple, along with a delicate note of walnut and a slightly smoky undertone. The palate is broad and juicy, the acidity well-integrated, the finish lingering and subtly nutty. A Pinot Gris with substance – not a light summer wine, but a companion for the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRecommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs well with roast veal, pasta with truffle cream sauce, creamy risottos, or a mature Munster. Serving temperature 10–12 °C. Ready to drink now, will keep easily until 2027.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Friedrich Becker","offers":[{"title":"2024","offer_id":53019244134736,"sku":"VJ0662-2024","price":13.02,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_becker_schweigener_grauer_burgunder_1.webp?v=1771238396"},{"product_id":"becker-spatburgunder-trocken","title":"Becker Spätburgunder dry","description":"\u003cp\u003ePinot Noir from the southern pillar of the Palatinate – tightly structured, yet surprisingly fine: This is Friedrich Becker\u0026#39;s entry into one of the strongest Pinot Noir addresses in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Friedrich Becker cultivates vineyards directly on the border with Alsace, around Schweigen-Rechtenbach. The soils alternate between limestone and shell limestone – typical for this southernmost tip of the Palatinate, which is climatically and geologically closer to Burgundy than to the Rhine plain. The dry Pinot Noir is Becker\u0026#39;s most approachable red wine, but already reflects the estate\u0026#39;s style: precision over richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, ripe sour cherry, a hint of herbal spice, and a subtle minerality that keeps the wine vibrant. Medium-bodied, with fine-grained tannins and a juicy flow. The finish returns to the cherry fruit – clear, direct, and lingering. No loud notes, but plenty of substance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–17 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDrinking window:\u003c\/strong\u003e now until 2027\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamb chops with herb crust, mushroom risotto, mature Gruyère cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Friedrich Becker","offers":[{"title":"2019","offer_id":52694991700304,"sku":"V05164","price":17.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"2020","offer_id":52958931681616,"sku":"V05164-2020","price":17.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_becker_sp_c_atburgunder_trocken_1.webp?v=1771238397"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.vinoscout.de\/en\/collections\/friedrich-becker.oembed","provider":"Vinoscout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}