Frühburgunder QbA dry

Meyer-Näkel's Frühburgunder shows why this old German grape variety is currently receiving so much attention: lighter-footed than Spätburgunder, but with astonishing depth and a distinctive fruit language.

The Meyer-Näkel winery in the Ahr Valley has been one of the leading producers of red Burgundy wines in Germany for decades. Werner Näkel played a key role in shaping the Ahr as a red wine region, and his daughters Meike and Dörte continue to run the business today with the same commitment to precision in the cellar.

In the glass, the wine opens with aromas of sweet cherry, mirabelle plum, and a hint of brioche —almost brioche-like, warm, and inviting. On the palate, it surprises with genuine vibrancy: a delicately juicy texture, invigorating freshness, yet firm yet weightless. The tannins are velvety, and the extract sweetness is integrated rather than intrusive. The finish is mineral and long, with lingering notes of mirabelle plum and red fruit.

Serving suggestion: This Frühburgunder is best enjoyed slightly chilled (15–16 °C). It pairs well with veal Tafelspitz, roast leg of lamb with herbs, porcini risotto, or a mature Comté cheese. It is also highly recommended as an accompaniment to lighter game dishes. Drinking window: now until 2027.