What is Spätburgunder?

Spätburgunder is the German name for the Pinot Noir grape. Fermier planted this German clone alongside Dijon clones as part of its Pinot Noir project launched in 2013.

How does it differ from Fermier's other Pinot Noir bottlings?

Compared to Fermier's Dijon-clone Pinot Noir, the Spätburgunder clone produces larger berries and a paler, gentler wine with earthy, umami-driven character.

What food pairs well with it?

Roasted duck, grilled salmon, mushroom dishes, and Japanese soy-glazed fare like yakitori or buri teriyaki.

Hand-destemmed grapes are cold-soaked for five days in open-top stainless steel tanks, then aged roughly 17 months in old French oak barrels.

CuvéeNiigataRed

Spätburgunder

シュペートブルグンダー

Fermier

About Spätburgunder

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Pinot Noir
Price Range: ¥11,000; 750ml, tax included, winery direct
Alcohol: 12%

Spätburgunder — German for Pinot Noir — is Fermier's expression of the German clone of Pinot Noir, planted as part of the winery's Pinot Noir project launched in 2013 alongside Burgundy-derived Dijon clones. Grown in the coastal sand-dune terroir of Kakuda-hama, Niigata, where the Shinano River meets the Sea of Japan, the hand-destemmed grapes undergo a five-day cold maceration in open-top stainless steel tanks before aging roughly 17 months in old French oak barrels. Compared to Fermier's Dijon-clone Pinot Noir bottlings, the Spätburgunder clone yields larger berries and a paler color, producing a gentler, more elegant, medium-bodied red with earthy, umami-rich depth.

Sommelier's Note

Fermier's Spätburgunder shows a different face of Japanese Pinot Noir than its Dijon-clone sibling — paler, gentler, and layered with an earthy, umami-rich depth that rewards a slight chill and patience in the glass.

New to wine?

A gentle, food-friendly introduction to Japanese Pinot Noir — its pale color and soft tannins make it approachable even for those new to red wine.

Food Pairings

Pairs beautifully with roasted duck, grilled salmon, and mushroom-centric dishes. Its earthy, umami-driven character also matches soy-glazed Japanese fare such as yakitori and buri (yellowtail) teriyaki.

When to drink it

A refined choice for an autumn dinner table, mushroom-centric menus, or introducing guests to Japan's emerging Pinot Noir scene.

Terroir & Winemaking

Made from 100% Spätburgunder, the German-clone Pinot Noir planted as part of Fermier's Pinot Noir project launched in 2013, grown in the coastal sand-dune terroir of Kakuda-hama, Niigata. Hand-destemmed grapes undergo a five-day cold maceration in open-top stainless steel tanks, followed by aging in old French oak barrels for approximately 17 months. ABV 12%.

About the producer

FermierJapan's Albariño pioneer on the Niigata Wine Coast新潟市, 新潟県 · Founded 2006Visit the producer page →

More wines from Fermier

See all wines from this producer →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spätburgunder?: Spätburgunder is the German name for the Pinot Noir grape. Fermier planted this German clone alongside Dijon clones as part of its Pinot Noir project launched in 2013.
How does it differ from Fermier's other Pinot Noir bottlings?: Compared to Fermier's Dijon-clone Pinot Noir, the Spätburgunder clone produces larger berries and a paler, gentler wine with earthy, umami-driven character.
What food pairs well with it?: Roasted duck, grilled salmon, mushroom dishes, and Japanese soy-glazed fare like yakitori or buri teriyaki.
How is it made?: Hand-destemmed grapes are cold-soaked for five days in open-top stainless steel tanks, then aged roughly 17 months in old French oak barrels.

Want to know more about this wine?

Ask Vinami's sommelier — no intimidation, just answers.

Talk to the Sommelier