Alsace Rimelsberg Pinot Gris 2019

Sweet wine

Grape variety
100% Pinot gris petit grain

Vineyard
Old vines: 30 to 40 years Planting density: 4500 vines/ha.
Tillage: ploughing, composting, mowing. Treatments: Bordeaux mixture, sulfur, plant infusions and seaweed extracts.

Terroir
Rimelsberg: terroir
clay-marl with a slightly chalky reaction from the
Lias, facing east to south-east. Includes up to 50% clay, which brings acidity and freshness. Late-ripening terroir, conducive to over-ripening. Potential Premier Cru.

Winemaking
Harvested by hand. Sorting in the vineyard. Direct pressing of whole grapes. No sulfur under the press. Natural sourdough. Aged on fine lees for 6-9 months.

Tasting and gastronomy
Bright yellow color, smoky nose, with notes of overripeness typical of ripe grapes. The palate is rich, with a lovely tartaric freshness and roasted notes reminiscent of peanuts.
Perfect as an aperitif or for receptions. Goes well with foie gras, spicy dishes and desserts that are not too sweet.

Guard
Over 10 years

Analytical characteristics
Alcohol: 12.85
Tartaric acidity: 6.59 g/L
Residual sugar: 31.49 g/L
Total SO2: 103 mg/l
Natural cork
Harvest : 24/09/2019
Setting: 09/07/2020
Lot number: LB57019

Serving : 8-12 °C

Awards
Quality mark of the Saint-Etienne 2021 brotherhood
Rating 7.5-7.75/10