A full and generous Pinot Gris!
Presentation
The vintage
In 2014, a mild and dry winter was followed by a warm spring and summer. August was cool and while the grapes matured correctly, acidities remained high.
The Crémant harvest began on September 3rd.. The AOC Alsace and Grand Crus followed quickly on September 15th. Attacks of Alsace’s latest vineyard pest, the Suzukii fruit fly, created organizational havoc. The Suzukii likes pink and red skinned fruits and our Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Muscat and Pinot Noir were choice meals! Though drastic grape sorting created a 30% loss in some vineyard parcels, the resulting quality presents great varietal aromas.
The Crémant harvest began on September 3rd.. The AOC Alsace and Grand Crus followed quickly on September 15th. Attacks of Alsace’s latest vineyard pest, the Suzukii fruit fly, created organizational havoc. The Suzukii likes pink and red skinned fruits and our Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Muscat and Pinot Noir were choice meals! Though drastic grape sorting created a 30% loss in some vineyard parcels, the resulting quality presents great varietal aromas.
Location
The Osterberg Grand Cru slopes face East -South East at an altitude of 250m to 350m.
Terroir
This terroir is stony clay, calcareous marl soil which enjoys perfect sun expositions.
Varietal
Pinot gris : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13 % % vol.
Residual Sugar : 26.2 g/l
pH : 3.36
Tartaric acidity : 7.3 g/l
Advice
Serving
Can be aged 10-15 years. Store on side between 10-15°C. Ideally served between 8-10°C.
Tasting
A very ripe and rich pinot gris with dried pinneapple and peach caracter. Excellent with foie gras, cheese or rich desserts.
Food pairings
Reviews
"Notes of peel and flesh of Bosc pear pervade nose and palate, there is a core of earthy ripeness but the palate gives the impression of ginger-spiced freshness, tempered by earth. Rounded and beautiful." [+]
"A very ripe and rich pinot gris with dried pinneapple and peach caracter. Full body and lots of intense fruit. Hints of pie crust. Medium to full body, lovely fruit and freshness." [+]
