Weingut Friedrich Becker
Rechtenbacher Spätburgunder
Pfalz, Germany
Love the warming notes of spice, sandal wood and layers of forest growth in this, but the oak tannin becomes too much and dominates for me. Departs dry, woody, and somewhat astringent. Almost seems like the cooperage selection and toast was mismanaged perhaps? I still think Becker makes some great Pinot, just not particularly over the moon on this one.
Love the warming notes of spice, sandal wood and layers of forest growth in this, but the oak tannin becomes too much and dominates for me. Departs dry, woody, and somewhat astringent. Almost seems like the cooperage selection and toast was mismanaged perhaps? I still think Becker makes some great Pinot, just not particularly over the moon on this one.
Sep 10th, 2019
The 2014 is very expressive, complex and brooding. Dark, sappy fruit coats the palate with herbs, licorice and anise. Lovely mineral tones on the finish. This is an outstanding example from the region.
The 2014 is very expressive, complex and brooding. Dark, sappy fruit coats the palate with herbs, licorice and anise. Lovely mineral tones on the finish. This is an outstanding example from the region.
Aug 28th, 2019