# Auktion Réserve Pinot Noir (2021)

- **Producer:** Kloster Eberbach
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Rheingau, Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €58
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, red plum, red cherry, vanilla, cloves, leather, forest floor, earth

## About this wine

The Kloster Eberbach Auktion Réserve Pinot Noir 2021 is a red wine from the Rheingau region of Germany, produced by the historic Kloster Eberbach estate. Founded in 1136 by Cistercian monks who introduced viticultural practices from Burgundy, the estate is now Germany's largest winery. This wine is a product of a region known for its quality wines and a producer deeply rooted in centuries of winemaking tradition, while also embracing modern sustainable practices.

## Interesting facts

- Founded by Cistercian monks in 1136.
- The largest winery in Germany.
- Monks brought Burgundy's viticultural knowledge.
- EcoStep certified with a close-to-organic approach.

## Food pairing

The medium body and red berry notes of this Pinot Noir make it versatile. Its acidity can cut through the richness of duck or pork, while its subtle spice notes complement herbs and earthy flavors found in mushroom dishes and lamb. Lighter protein sources like chicken and fish are also well-suited.

## Wine making process

The winemaking at Kloster Eberbach is guided by a philosophy that is 'close-to-nature,' focusing on sustainable practices and soil health. Grapes are handled with gentle pressing and careful vinification. The estate actively engages in research, collaborating with universities to advance viticultural techniques. Their approach prioritizes environmental stewardship, including the strict avoidance of pesticides and efforts to enhance biodiversity within their vineyards.