Spätburgunder

Pinot Noir (German)

noun SHPAYT-bur-gun-der Rare

Origin: literally 'late Burgundy'

Usage Note

Spätburgunder is Germany's name for Pinot Noir, the leading red wine grape. German Spätburgunder tends to be lighter-bodied and more elegant than French Burgundy. Main growing regions are Baden, Ahr, and Pfalz.

Examples

"Der Spätburgunder aus dem Ahrtal ist für seine Eleganz bekannt."

Natural Translation

The Pinot Noir from the Ahr valley is known for its elegance.

Literal Translation

The Spätburgunder from the Ahr-valley is for its elegance known.

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