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Nieder Florsheim Frauenberg Spatburgunder Trocken 2022 Keller

Original price was: 170,00 €.Current price is: 157,90 €.

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Nieder-Flörsheim “Frauenberg” Spätburgunder Trocken 2022 Keller

Overview

The Nieder-Flörsheim “Frauenberg” Spätburgunder Trocken 2022 Keller is a Pinot Noir of rare elegance, born from one of the most prestigious crus of Rheinhessen. The calcareous-clay soils of Frauenberg give the wine depth, freshness, and minerality, while the meticulous work of the Keller family ensures complexity and refinement. The 2022 vintage offered generous ripening conditions, producing a wine that combines structure, intensity, and grace.

History

Frauenberg, located in Nieder-Flörsheim, has long been recognized for its high-quality vineyards. Since 1789, the Keller family has cultivated this site with care, respecting both tradition and terroir. The 2022 vintage reflects the authentic essence of German Pinot Noir, marked by both refinement and power.

Vineyard Philosophy

Cultivation at Frauenberg follows sustainable and artisanal methods, with manual care and strict grape selection. The calcareous and clay-rich soils allow Pinot Noir to develop its complex aromas and refined structure, ensuring only the best clusters contribute to this wine.

Winemaking Approach

Fermentation is carried out with native yeasts and spontaneous processes, followed by maceration on the skins to extract color, aroma, and fine tannins. Aging takes place in oak barrels, partly new and partly used, enhancing complexity and elegance without masking the fruit. Minimal sulfite use preserves the wine’s purity.

Tasting Notes

Color: deep, luminous ruby red.
Nose: elegant bouquet of ripe cherry, raspberry, and red currant, with floral tones, sweet spices, and subtle oak hints.
Palate: dry, silky, and refined, with velvety tannins, vibrant acidity, and a long, mineral finish true to Frauenberg’s terroir.

Food Pairings

Perfect with roast poultry, light game dishes, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses. A superb match for refined French and German cuisine.

Technical Sheet

Grape variety: 100% Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir)
Vintage: 2022
Alcohol: ~13%
Format: 75 cl
Vinification: spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts, skin maceration
Aging: oak barrels, new and used
Production philosophy: artisanal, native yeasts, minimal sulfites
Additional notes: contains sulfites
Serving temperature: 14–16°C

Klaus Keller and the Excellence of German Riesling

Klaus Keller is the renowned winemaker behind Weingut Keller, one of the most prestigious wineries in Rheinhessen, famous for producing some of the world’s finest Rieslings. The Keller name is synonymous with wines of extraordinary purity, depth, and elegance, capable of competing with the great Burgundy Grand Crus.

The History of Weingut Keller

The winery’s origins date back to the 18th century, when the Keller family settled in Flörsheim-Dalsheim, in the heart of Rheinhessen. However, it was under Klaus Keller and later his son Klaus-Peter Keller that the estate reached the pinnacle of excellence, becoming a global benchmark for dry Rieslings.

Klaus Keller spent decades meticulously selecting vineyards and enhancing the terroir, drawing inspiration from Burgundian traditions to craft wines of remarkable longevity, complexity, and vibrancy.

The Terroir and Iconic Vineyards

Weingut Keller owns parcels in the most prestigious areas of Rheinhessen, with soils rich in limestone, slate, and marl, ideal for producing expressive, mineral-driven Rieslings. Some of the most renowned vineyards include:

G-Max – The rarest and most legendary Riesling from the estate, of unparalleled quality.
Abtserde – Known for its finesse and aging potential.
Hubacker – A powerful and structured Riesling.
Kirchspiel – Elegant, with a vibrant acidity.
Morstein – Famous for its intense minerality.

Winemaking Philosophy

Klaus Keller and his son Klaus-Peter have always prioritized terroir expression, using sustainable viticulture and a hands-off, artisanal approach in the cellar.

Their Rieslings, especially in trocken (dry) and Grosses Gewächs (GG) styles, are known for their crystalline fruit, lively acidity, and incredible depth.

Klaus Keller’s Legacy

Today, Klaus Keller is a respected and celebrated figure in the wine world. His legacy is carried on by his son Klaus-Peter Keller, who continues to craft extraordinary wines, highly sought after by collectors and wine lovers worldwide.

Weingut Keller is often referred to as the “DRC of Germany”, a comparison to the legendary Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, emphasizing the level of excellence achieved by the Keller family in the wine world.