Jürgen von der Mark
(Oenologist / Master of Wine)
I was born in 1961 – a total freak in a wine-free family. I lost my oenological virginity to a bottle of 1973 Oppenheimer Sackträger Morio-Muskat Kabinett at the tender age of 14. Wild years followed filled with one-night-stands, short affairs, but also long-term relationships with various wines.
Today I live in Baden and am happily married with German Riesling and Pinot Noir vines. I have been involved in a hot affair with Syrah from the northern Rhone since 1998. With my first love, Bordeaux, I remain in close platonic relationship. I enjoy deep and meaningful conversations with several wines from other regions.
Curriculum vitae:
- Apprenticeship at Staatsweingütern des Landes Hessen im Rheingau
- Oenology degree Fachhochschule Geisenheim
- Employment at Weingut Neudorf Vineyards, New Zealand
- Master of Wine, London 1996
- 6 year employment as Flying Winemaker for a British wine importer in South Africa
- Since 2001 Consulting Oenologist for wine producers and merchants in German-speaking countries
- Since 2003 winery manager in Baden specialized in Pinot Noir
