"Notes of peony and cherry in this very pretty Pinot Noir Luss, a highly polished wine with finely liquorice tannins, which combines ripe fruit and freshness". (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2021 - RVF) A must-try!
Features
Estate
Domaine Léon Boesch
Cuvée
Pinot Noir Luss
Vintage
2018
Designation
Alsace
Region
Alsace
Grape varieties
100% Pinot Noir
Terroirs
South-facing on limestone soil
Viticulture
Certified organic and biodynamic
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
One month of whole-grape maceration with cap punching
Breeding
In oak barrels over 5 years old, malolactic fermentation in barrels, topping up every 2 to 3 weeks without racking.
Alcohol content
13.8%
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Dark red colour
Nose
Fresh wood complex, caramelized nougat, fig, blueberry tart, blackcurrant jam
Mouth
Supple, elegant tannins, good balance, invigorating finish
Serve
AT 12-14°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink before
2027
Food and wine pairing
Perfect with boeuf bourguignon, tarte flambée and all savory red meats.
Domain Léon Boesch
Alsace
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domain rated (guide 2024) 3*Stars (High-quality production that can serve as a benchmark in its sector)
About the domain :
Having returned to the domaine in 1999, Matthieu Boesch was quick to take the plunge into organic and biodynamic viticulture, with certification in hand as early as 2006. However, while virtuous practices are one thing, it took more time for the wines to find their balance in the glass, for the extra acidity and tension to support each other in the sense of length. For the past two vintages, we've found this to be the case. Good news for us!
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2021 guide) 91/100
Domaine rated (2024 guide) 1*Star (Stars in the making or quality winegrowers with a good level of production, you won't be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the wine:
Notes of peony and cherry in the very attractive Pinot Noir Luss, a highly polished wine with finely liquorice tannins, combining ripe fruit and freshness.
About the domain :
Fervent advocates of biodynamic viticulture for over ten years, Matthieu and his wife Marie represent the eleventh generation of the Léon Boesch estate in the heart of the Vallée Noble. Here, the Zinnkoepflé Grand Cru is now dedicated to Gewurztraminer, setting the benchmark for a dry, full-bodied style. The estate has been working biodynamically since 2000, and the winery inaugurated in Westhalten in 2010 is a bioclimatic model. The wines have depth and express the terroirs of the area to the full.
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