Muscat Turckheim 2023
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France / Vins D'Alsace
Resistant to heat and drought, this varietal excels in the harsh stony Turckheim terroir, achieving a beautiful aromatic maturity without needing to wait too long. In 2023, the very slow rise in sugars in the grapes further accentuates this phenomenon and explains a moderate alcohol with a beautiful aromatic expression.
Harvest Note
The summer of 2023 is mainly marked by drought and a technical maturation later than the physiological maturation. This explains why, with such favorable weather, the 2023 wines are harmonious and show a lower alcohol level than most previous years. Acidities are normal and particularly ripe. The 2023 wines have a beautiful aromatic expression and a ripe mouthfeel without excessive weight. A good phenolic maturity should also guarantee a good aging potential on the great terroirs.
Tasting Note
Light yellow/pale green colour. Right from the opening, the nose shows all the typical floral aromas of the grape variety. Of medium intensity, we find an aromatic palette of boxwood, menthol, lily, all in finesse which provides a beautiful olfactory pleasure. The palate confirms the light texture of the wine. As with many wines of this vintage, the finesse of the palate is surprising, well enhanced by ripe tannins and a beautiful acidity. Airy finish, dry wine, so easy!
Technical Data
GRAPES: Muscat d'Alsace 85% / Muscat Ottonel 15%
APPELLATION: Alsace AOC
PH: 3.2
ACIDITY: 3.7 g/l
ABV: 11.5%
AGING: 12 months in large foudres
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: No
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 1.1 g/l
Unique Selling Points
- Dry, crisp and fragrant white ideal for multiple occasions and cuisines
- Certified Organic and Biodynamic
- Floral, ethereal, sleek dry white is easy to love
- Unbroken winemaking lineage in Alsace since 1620
- Updated front and back labels for 2023 vintage
Good wine is made by people who actually do everything they say they are doing.
Olivier Humbrecht MW, Winemaker
About the Grape
Muscat Ottonel
Muscat Ottonel is the most delicate member of the Vitis Vinifera Muscat family in terms of color, aroma and flavor. Sensitive to noble rot, Muscat Ottonel is often used in late harvest or dessert wines.
