Everything About Blauburgunder Grape
"BLAU-boor-gun-der" 
Blauburgunder Description
Origin: Burgundy region, France.
History: Blauburgunder, known internationally as Pinot Noir, is a red wine grape variety of the species Vitis vinifera. The name is derived from the French words for pine and black, referring to the grape variety having tightly clustered, pinecone-shaped bunches of fruit. Pinot Noir is grown around the world, mostly in cooler climates, and is chiefly associated with the Burgundy region of France. It is also known as Blauburgunder in Austria and Switzerland, Spätburgunder in Germany, and Pinot Nero in Italy.
Appearance: Small, thin-skinned berries with a deep blue-black hue, growing in tightly packed clusters resembling a pinecone.
Growing Traits: Pinot Noir is a difficult variety to cultivate and transform into wine. The grape's tendency to produce tightly packed clusters makes it susceptible to several viticultural hazards involving rot that require diligent canopy management. The thin skins and low levels of phenolic compounds lend Pinot to producing mostly lightly colored, medium-bodied, and low-tannin wines that can often go through phases of uneven and unpredictable aging.
Food Pairing Blauburgunder's light to medium body and moderate acidity make it an excellent match for a variety of dishes. It pairs well with roasted poultry, grilled salmon, and mushroom-based dishes. Its versatility allows it to complement both rich and lighter fare, enhancing the dining experience with its bright fruit flavors and refreshing finish.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Light to medium-bodied with a delicate and silky texture, offering an elegant and refined mouthfeel. Predominantly dry, with minimal residual sugar, focusing on fresh and nuanced flavors. Low to moderate tannin levels, providing a gentle structure and smooth finish without excessive astringency. Moderate to high acidity, contributing to its freshness and enhancing food pairing versatility. Moderate alcohol content, typically ranging between 12% and 13.5%, making it approachable and balanced.
Cherry 
Raspberry 
Strawberry 
Mushroom 
Earthy Blauburgunder wines are characterized by bright red fruit flavors such as cherry, raspberry, and strawberry, complemented by subtle notes of mushroom and earthy undertones. The moderate acidity and low tannin levels contribute to a smooth and elegant finish.
Regions
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Austria
•Burgenland
•Lower Austria (Niederösterreich)
•Styria (Steiermark)
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Switzerland
•Graubünden
•Zurich
•Aargau
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Germany
•Baden
•Ahr
•Pfalz
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Italy
•South Tyrol (Alto Adige)
•Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Notable Wines and Producers
Blauburgunder Südtirol DOC
•Weingut Falkenstein
•Weingut Plonerhof
Blauburgunder Reserve
•Weingut Schloss Gobelsburg
•Weingut Heinrich
Blauburgunder FAQ
Burgundy region, France.
Blauburgunder has a body level of 2 out of 5. Which means that Blauburgunder is Moderate to Light bodied.
Blauburgunder has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Blauburgunder is Dry.
Burgundy region, France.
Blauburgunder is grown in Austria (Burgenland, Lower Austria (Niederösterreich), Styria (Steiermark))Switzerland (Graubünden, Zurich, Aargau)Germany (Baden, Ahr, Pfalz)Italy (South Tyrol (Alto Adige), Friuli-Venezia Giulia).
Blauburgunder wines are characterized by bright red fruit flavors such as cherry, raspberry, and strawberry, complemented by subtle notes of mushroom and earthy undertones. The moderate acidity and low tannin levels contribute to a smooth and elegant finish.
Blauburgunder's light to medium body and moderate acidity make it an excellent match for a variety of dishes. It pairs well with roasted poultry, grilled salmon, and mushroom-based dishes. Its versatility allows it to complement both rich and lighter fare, enhancing the dining experience with its bright fruit flavors and refreshing finish.
Blauburgunder wines are characterized by bright red fruit flavors such as cherry, raspberry, and strawberry, complemented by subtle notes of mushroom and earthy undertones. The moderate acidity and low tannin levels contribute to a smooth and elegant finish.