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Markus Schneider Origin

Name: Markus Schneider Origin
Brand: Markus Schneider
Price: 10.95 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)

5.0 Rate

A typical Markus Schneider red wine. A classic that you should have tried!

10,95 €

(14,60 €/l)

0,75 l

2022 2023

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Markus Schneider Origin

The Markus Schneider Ursprung is exactly what its name promises: the beginning of a passion. As the first red wine from the Palatinate winemaker Markus Schneider, it represents the moment when it all began – and it impressively demonstrates how compelling this start was.

In the glass , Cabernet Sauvignon (50%), Merlot (40%), Cabernet Mitos, and Portugieser combine to create a red wine that consciously looks beyond the confines of German winemaking. The vines grow on plots at Feuerberg – one of the best sites in the Palatinate – on gravel and limestone soils that give the wine structure and depth without sacrificing its lightness.

What you'll find in the jar:

Aromas of red and dark berries as well as cassis
Plum and a hint of chocolate in the background
A juicy, smooth palate with pleasantly soft tannins.
Fresh, easy-drinking and with a real flow to drinking

The Ursprung isn't a wine for pondering – it's a wine for enjoyment. Whether for a casual dinner with friends, a barbecue on the patio, or simply on its own: it pairs perfectly with pasta, grilled meats, and mature cheeses , and never goes wrong. If you're not yet familiar with the world of Markus Schneider, this wine is your ideal introduction.

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Rank 24 this week

Grape variety Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Portugieser, Cabernet Mitos

Origin Palatinate, Germany

Taste Dry

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Alcohol 13,5 % Vol.

Serving temp. 14–18 °C

Volume 0,75 l

Country of origin Germany

Region Palatinate

Grape variety Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Portugieser, Cabernet Mitos

Wine color Red Wine

Vintage 2023

Alcohol content 13,5 % Vol.

Taste Dry

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Reviews

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Top German product - highly recommended

Top German product - highly recommended :-)

Great

Always good

... once Ursprung, always Ursprung

Great wine... very good price-performance ratio

See above.

As always, consistently top-notch!

you have to have tried it

a wine that speaks for itself!

Wine that you must have tried!

Great

A wonderful cuvée, exactly to our taste

Wonderful cuvée

Tastes delicious and goes wonderfully with red meat

Frequently asked questions

How does the Markus Schneider Ursprung taste?

Red and dark berries, cassis, plum, and a soft chocolate tone in the background. The palate is juicy and supple, the tannins soft – not a bulky red wine, but one with real drinkability.

Is the Ursprung dry?

Yes, it is vinified dry. The ripe fruit of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot can seem slightly sweet, but there is no residual sugar involved.

What does the Ursprung pair best with?

Grilled meat, lamb, steak, ragout, or mature cheeses – the wine rarely goes wrong with hearty dishes. It also works well with pasta in a rich tomato sauce.

At what temperature do I serve it?

Best between 14 and 18 °C. Slightly cooler than room temperature – this keeps the fruit fresh and prevents the tannins from feeling flat.

How long can I store the Ursprung?

The Ursprung is designed for drinking pleasure, not for long-term cellar aging. It shows its best side over the next one to two years – store in a cool, dark place, lying down.

For whom is this wine the right entry point?

Anyone who doesn't yet know Markus Schneider's wines gets a good overview of his style here: international grape varieties, Palatinate soil, uncomplicated character. Also well-suited as a bottle for an evening with friends.

The Winery

Markus Schneider

Winery of the month September 2026

September is all about the Palatinate. Since 1994, Markus Schneider has built a winery in Ellerstadt that does many things differently than its peers: no vineyard designations, no quality classifications, but instead modern branded wines with an unmistakable style. On around 92 hectares, concentrated, fruit-forward wines are created — late harvest, reduced yields, FAIR'N GREEN certified. Recognizable from the first sip, and that is intentional here.

Markus Schneider from Ellerstadt in the Palatinate has built a winery since 1994 that does many things differently than his colleagues: no site designations, no quality levels (Prädikate), but instead modern brand wines with an international mix of grape varieties and an unmistakable character. Where others rely on traditional classifications, Schneider consistently goes his own way – and that is exactly what makes his wines so recognizable.

On around 92 hectares, concentrated, fruit-driven wines are created, which are characterized by late harvest, targeted yield reduction, and careful cellar technology. Every bottle seems like the result of uncompromising craftsmanship rather than mere routine – powerful, expressive, and always provided with a clear style. The avoidance of herbicides, insecticides, and artificial fertilizers, as well as the FAIR'N GREEN certification, also show that Schneider thinks of quality and responsibility together from the very beginning.

The small barn on the family farm has long since become a business with an annual production of around 800,000 bottles – and thus one of the most idiosyncratic success stories of the German wine scene. Those looking for wines with edges, corners, and real recognition value will find exactly that at Markus Schneider.

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