History
Even though the Pinot Blanc is very old (already known in the 16th century), it achieved its present reputation only during the last few years. This grape variety is not originating from the Bourgogne (Burgundy) region but comes from Northern Italy. It was first introduced by the Anglo-Saxons. The French then also discovered it gradually and they began to appreciate this wine for its qualities of freshness, suppleness and its food-friendliness.
Location
Our Pinot Blanc is located essentially in the vines of Saering & Spiegel as well as the localities of Bux and Bollenberg.
Wine-making
Pneumatic pressing, static racking. Fermentation in thermo-regulated tuns for one to four months. Maturing for seven months on fine lees.
Gastronomy
I like to pair it with mackerel in white wine, three-fish sushi, pea and carrot curry or goat’s milk cheese… Serve at 12°C.
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The color is pale yellow with green reflections of good intensity. The disk is bright, limpid, and transparent. The wine is youthful.
The nose is frank, pleasant, with good intensity. Fruity aromas dominate, with citrus, lemon, fine vegetal and English candy notes.
Aeration amplifies these scents, revealing white flowers, bergamot and asparagus.
The ripe grape translates into nose bursting with energy, where the range of scents already
gives great pleasure.
The attack on the palate is slender and nervous. The alcohol support is balanced. The mid-palate is sharp, marked by pearlescence. The same range of aromas as on the nose, still centered on fine vegetal, asparagus, white flowers, citrus, bergamot, lemon, and English candy. Fine bitterness.
The finish has good length, 6-7 caudalies, and a frank vivacity. Chiselled, incisive, the balance is digestible and accessible, offering a beautiful range of aromas, it’s perfect to enjoy.
By M. Pascal Leonetti – Février 2024
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