Gewurztraminer Hengst Grand Cru 2023
Trade Tools
France / Alsace
The terroir of Hengst was first mentioned in the 9th century, and various parcels have been exploited since that time. This is a limestone terroir rich in iron and with full sunlight exposure, and ideal for the production of dry gewurztraminer with expressive texture. This is a biodynamic wine fermented naturally in large passive oak casks.
98 Points
jamessuckling.com
2023 vintage
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
Dense yet reserved nose of spices, pepper, anise and oregano. The aggressive limestone of Hengst gives the wine a tight, precise structure, where the noble tannins bring freshness and length on the finish. The aromatic is revealed more in the mouth than on the nose at this still young stage of the evolution of this wine.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Gewurztraminer
APPELLATION: Alsace Grand Cru AOC
PH: 3.6
ACIDITY: 2.7 g/l
ABV: 14%
AGING: 12 months in large foudres
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Yes
Unique Selling Points
- Powerful yet discrete dry white wine with complex character
- A versatile and dry white suited to a wide range of cuisines
- Certified Organic and Biodynamic
- Unbroken winemaking lineage in Alsace since 1620
Good wine is made by people who actually do everything they say they are doing.
Olivier Humbrecht MW, Winemaker
About the Grape
Gewürztraminer
Gewürztraminer has unmistakably heady intensity of fragrance, with pungent aromas of litchis, tropical fruits and rose petals. Its flavors are ample, fruity and spicy rather than complex.
