Jürgen is the owner of Weingut Jürgen von der Mark in Baden/Germany at the foothills of the Black Forest. The winery is mainly dedicated to Pinot Noir. Jürgen was the first German to become a MW in 1996. Educated with a technical enological background Jürgen is working hands on in his own winery but also consulting with some clients in Baden. He is a proud father of two daughters. Outside his working life you can either find him walking his Dachshound Idefix or hunting for decent food in restaurants and local markets.

Industry sector(s): Viticulture, Winemaking, Business owner

Wine region expertise: Baden, Mosel, Burgundy

Market expertise: Europe, Germany, Netherlands, France, Italy

Specialisms: Factors affecting grape growing, Cultivation of the vine, Maladies of the vine and their control, Harvesting of grapes, Organic viticulture, Processing of grapes, Fermentation, Economics of wine production, Elevage / maturation, Blending, Preparation of finished wine for bottling