Affentaler Pinot Noir
Affentaler Pinot Noir is a 12% ABV, 750mL German red wine made from 100% Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder) grown in Baden, Germany's sunniest wine region. Produced by the Affentaler winegrowers' cooperative at the foot of the Black Forest, it ships in the brand's famous "Monkey Bottle" — a cult-classic package since 1949. Order online from Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 12%
- Size: 750mL
- Grape: 100% Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder)
- Origin: Affental, Baden, Germany (Affentaler Winzergenossenschaft)
- Production: Late-harvest, fully ripe grapes; the iconic "Monkey Bottle" (Affenflasche), brand symbol since 1949
The Monkey Bottle of Baden
The bottle is the landmark: Affentaler's monkey-embossed Affenflasche has marked this Pinot Noir since 1949, making it one of Germany's most recognizable wines. Inside is classic Baden Spätburgunder — Germany's southernmost region, warmed by the Rhine at the foot of the Black Forest, produces some of the country's best Pinot Noir. Affentaler's version is soft and fruit-driven: red berries and cherry with gentle tannins and a delicate, balanced sweetness that makes it dangerously easy to drink.
Tasting Notes
Ripe red berries, cherry, and subtle spice on the nose. The palate is silky and harmonious — red fruit, soft tannins, and a delicate balanced sweetness — finishing smooth and elegant.
How to Enjoy
Serve at cool room temperature (16–18°C). Pairs with pizza and pasta, roasted red meats, game, and duck.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Monkey Bottle?
The Affenflasche — a monkey-embossed bottle that has been Affentaler's brand symbol since 1949.
Is Spätburgunder the same as Pinot Noir?
Yes — Spätburgunder is the German name for Pinot Noir.
Where can I buy Affentaler Pinot Noir online?
The 750mL bottle is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, shipping from San Diego, CA.
Germany's cult-classic Pinot in the famous Monkey Bottle — order Affentaler Pinot Noir online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.