Franz Keller

“From a west-facing volcanic site, offers sour cherry, a whiff of liquorice, and a mineral earthiness on the nose, with ripe tannins and crunchy red and black fruits on the palate. Good structure balanced by bright acidity, too young and closed to show its full scope at a preview tasting, but well-made and worth holding for several years.”

“Born of a star vineyard site of volcanic rock, this is Franz Keller's top Pinot Noir. Though a lighter, leaner vintage, the wine still delivers on complexity and detail with fine-grained tannins. Offers a whiff of smoke and flintiness with blue and red fruits on the nose and palate. Light and airy in the mouth with a soft swaddle of oak, the finish is protracted and faceted from energetic acidity.”

“A wine of great finesse from south-west facing site Kirchberg, the nose offers inviting aromas of sour cherries, raspberries, and fresh roses. A hint of chocolate-dipped orange peel pops up on the palate, accentuated by brisk acidity and framed in fine-grained tannins. Oak is present but judicious. Has a long cellar life ahead.”

“This wine has all the elements of a fine, age-worthy Pinot Noir: an elegant, bright, silky, and restrained palate. Attractive sour cherry and plums on the long, layered finish. Will be a stunner.”