At a glance

Producer

Weingut Bernhard Huber

Region

Baden, Germany

Grape variety

Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir)

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Fruity

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

€70-€100

Tasting profile

Primary red cherry, raspberry, subtle spice, floral complexity, clear minerality, tightly wound structure

Evolution: Fruit mellows, earth/forest floor notes develop, spice and minerality integrate, tannins resolve

At peak: Elegant, wild cherry, sous-bois, subtle toast, seamless structure with vibrant acidity and mineral finish

Structure

Acidity

Vibrant, balancing the fruit

Tannins

Medium+ to high, fine-grained

Alcohol

Modest (typically 13-13.5%)

Aging potential

Strong; can evolve gracefully for 12-15+ years in proper cellar

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2038

Optimal window

2028 to 2040

Current status

Recently bottled, best with further aging

Current condition

Youthful, primary fruit, firm tannins, not yet fully expressive

2023 is a classic, cool, balanced vintage for Baden Spätburgunder, expected to show greatest complexity and harmony after 7-12 years. Sommerhalde vineyard brings structure and minerality, maturing into subtlety and elegance at full maturity.

Food pairing

Roast duck, venison, wild mushrooms, grilled salmon, beetroot risotto, Comté cheese

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The wine has medium+ to high tannins which can benefit from aeration to soften and enhance its flavors. Decanting for about 30 minutes will help integrate the fine-grained tannins and allow the wine to express its full potential.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Hand-harvesting, cover crops, integrated pest management, minimal irrigation, solar energy use at winery, eco-friendly packaging (light glass, local cork)

Weingut Bernhard Huber is a leader in sustainable viticulture in Baden, employing regenerative practices, strong biodiversity initiatives, low-input farming, and efficient energy use. While certified organic conversion is ongoing, the estate exceeds legal requirements for sustainable and responsible farming, earning high praise for environmental stewardship and climate action. Local market enjoys the lowest footprint; exports relatively efficient compared to global peers.