In 1973, the family farm in the southern part of Germany’s Palatinate-Rhenan region was transformed into a vineyard. Over the years, the estate has developed steadily and now totals almost 14 hectares of vines. With the support of his son Frits and his sister Héléna, Friedrich Becker has earned a reputation for producing Pinot Noir cuvées that rank among Germany’s finest red wines. The Pinot Noir and Riesling vines, averaging 45 years of age, thrive on poor, stony, chalky soils with a high clay content. The vineyard is also protected from strong winds and rain by the Palatinate Forest which acts as a natural barrier. Yields are carefully controlled and a finely balanced viticulture is practised to produce high-quality, concentrated and fragrant grapes for exceptional wines.

The Pinot Noir vines, planted on limestone soils, flourish as a result of meticulous, environmentally friendly viticulture. The vines, located at an altitude of around 217 metres, draw all the nutrients they require to thrive from the rich soil. The grapes are harvested entirely by hand, and the vinification process is carried out with little intervention. Fermentation is carried out in open wooden vats and the wine is aged in new French oak casks for 16 months. Lastly, the wine is bottled with care, without fining or filtration.
The intense red colour reveals an expressive nose brimming with black fruit aromas, such as blackberries, together with hints of red fruit, such as cherry. The delicate fruity aromas balance beautifully with a fine tannic structure leading to a long, generous finish. The wine offers great ageing potential.