History
Although the Pinot Blanc is a very ancient grape variety (already know in the 16th century), it was only truly recognized a few years ago. It does not come from Burgundy, but the north of Italy. It was first introduced by the French who appreciated its freshness, suppleness and ability to go with food.
Location
Our Pinot Blanc mainly comes from our SAERING and SPIEGEL Grand Cru plots and BUX and BOLLENBERG plots.
Wine-making
A blend of 30% Pinot Blanc and 70% Auxerrois.
Pressed pneumatically. Static settling of the must. Fermented in temperature controlled tuns from 1 to 4 months. Raised on the lees for 4 months. Bottled within the year.
Tasting
The robe is a lemon yellow with light green reflections of good intensity, the disk is bright, limpid, transparent. The wine shows youth.
The nose is frank, pleasant with a beautiful intensity. One notes a dominant of fruity fragrances, citrus fruits, lemon. Airing enhances the fruity character, the citrus fruits, and shows delicate, very complex smoky, floral notes. The nose is slightly restrained but shows freshness.
The onset in the mouth is moderately ample, the alcoholic base is balanced. One evolves on a strict and tonic, finely sparkling medium. The range of aromas expresses citrus fruits, lime, orgeat, sweet almond. The final presents an average length, 5 caudalies, and a frank vivacity. The structure is fresh and light.
