Josmeyer - Pinot Gris Grand Cru Hengst 2018
Alsace
White
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94/100
RVF
"An impressive Pinot Gris!"
"Pinot Gris Hengst impresses us with its tension, elegance and aromatic purity: the assertive character of the terroir leaves its mark". (RVF 2024)... A Grand Cru not to be missed!
Features
Estate
Domaine Josmeyer
Cuvée
Pinot Gris Grand Cru Hengst
Vintage
2018
Designation
Alsace Grand Cru
Region
Alsace
Grape varieties
100% Pinot Gris
Terroirs
In the commune of Wintzenheim, this terroir is essentially composed of Oligocene limestone conglomerates (14% active limestone) and interbedded marls several hundred meters thick.
Viticulture
Certified organic
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Spontaneous fermentation without enzymes, from 1 to 4 months
Breeding
In century-old oak tuns or stainless steel tanks
Alcohol content
13.5%
Residual sugars
1 g/l
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Bright, clear yellow colour
Nose
Full-bodied and deep, with a nose of ripe fruit and a hint of vanilla.
Mouth
Very pure on the palate and slightly mellow with a fine salinity on the finish.
Serve
at 8-10°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink before
2031+
Food and wine pairing
Goes well with foie gras terrine, lobster in sauce, risotto with morels or porcini mushrooms, kidneys in sauce, pasta with soy sauce...
Josmeyer Estate
Alsace
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine rated (guide 2022) 4*Stars (Top-quality producers, the glories of French winegrowing)
About the domain :
With courage and discipline, Céline and Isabelle Meyer manage the estate long run by their father Jean. Biodynamic viticulture shines through in wines with airy, pure, fresh, chiselled mouthfeel. The estate's two favorite grands crus are Hengst and Brand, where Riesling shines particularly brightly. Pinot Gris is part of a long tradition of dry wines, unfortunately not so common in Alsace.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (guide 2021) 94/100
About the wine:
Hengst pinot gris impresses us with its tension, elegance and aromatic purity: the assertive character of the terroir leaves its mark.
Vinous A. Galloni
Recommended area
James Suckling
Graded areas (2019 guide) Recommended
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