Pinot Gris Turckheim 2023
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France / Vins D'Alsace
The Pinot Gris grape variety, and in fact the entire Pinot family, took advantage of the 2023 vintage growing conditions. Namely: good fertility at bud break, good adaptation of the vines to the dry climate, even on the Turckheim gravel. The grapes were healthy because they were harvested early, the grapes having reached sufficient sugar maturity before the appearance of rot problems in mid-September.
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
Bright pale-yellow colour. The nose is still discreet, typical for this non-aromatic grape variety, and opens in the glass with smoky, slightly toasted aromas (influence of aging on total lees). This wine may seem austere at first, but it reveals a beautiful aromatic presence on the palate (dried herbs, stones, etc.) with a sappy texture and articulated on a surprising acidity for this vintage.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Pinot Gris
APPELLATION: Alsace AOC
PH: 3.45
ACIDITY: 3.4 g/l
ABV: 12%
AGING: 12 months in large foudres
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Yes
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 1.2 g/l
Unique Selling Points
- Sleek, smoky, somewhat austere white with complex potential
- An introduction to the wide range of terroir-driven Pinot Gris range
- Certified Organic and Biodynamic
- 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 M.W., Winemaker
