Metzger Prachtstück Spätburgunder Blanc de Noir

A Blanc de Noir with that certain something: The magnificent Spätburgunder from the Metzger winery shows how much character Pinot Noir can develop even without red wine aging — fresh, precise, with a touch of depth.

Metzger Winery is one of the most reliable wineries in the Palatinate. Its location in the northern part of the region produces Pinot Noir that is less influenced by heat than its southern counterparts—and therefore retains more vibrancy in the glass. The Blanc de Noir is made by pressing the red grapes immediately, so that very little color is transferred to the must.

A delicate salmon pink in the glass. On the nose, the wine reveals melon, apple compote, and a hint of sweet cherry. On the palate, it is fresh and juicy with a light spiciness and a mineral note on the finish—not a heavy, buttery, or opulent style, but a leaner, more drinkable wine.

• Temperature: 10–12 °C
• Pairs well with: grilled salmon, burrata with tomatoes, light pasta dishes with vegetables, or as an uncomplicated summer evening wine on its own.
• Occasion: Terrace, picnic, uncomplicated introduction to the world of Blanc de Noir