Jörg Bretz Blaufränkisch Qualitätswein Spitzerberg 2015 12,5%

From the schist of Spitzerberg, this old-vine Blaufränkisch is taut and refined. The nose layers ripe blueberry and blackberry with elderberry, a touch of cocoa-like nougat and gentle tobacco spice. The palate is dry and precise, medium-bodied, with lively acidity and sleek, graphite-tinged tannins that reflect the rocky site. The finish is long, savory-mineral and dark-fruited, tapering with a subtle smokiness. Serve at 16–18 °C after a brief decant of 30–45 minutes; it shines with spiced poultry, veal, or deeply flavored mushroom dishes. A thoughtfully matured natural wine with the structure to age gracefully over the coming years.