Blanc de Noir

2006 Alsace Pinot Noir

The Pierre Frick Blanc de Noir, a captivating expression of Pinot Noir hailing from the renowned Alsace region, presents a striking and unique profile for its kind. This vintage, aged gracefully since 2006, showcases a light-bodied structure that invites exploration while maintaining a delicate balance. With bright acidity, it offers a refreshing mouthfeel that dances on the palate, making it an exceptionally food-friendly choice. The fruit intensity is notable, featuring subtle notes of red berries and a hint of earthy undertones that add complexity to each sip. This wine is beautifully dry, enhancing its elegance and versatility, and is bound to impress those seeking a distinctive take on traditional Pinot Noir.

Tasting notes:

Raspberry

Cherry

Earth

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Alsace

Lying on the border of France and Germany between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River, Alsace is unique among French wine regions. Ninety percent of all its wines are white, and they are labeled by variety rather than appellation. The region's production is evenly split between aromatic dry Riesling full of citrus and peach notes, spicy Gewürztraminer with characteristic rose and lychee flavors, full-bodied Pinot Gris with a hint of honey and intense Muscat that tastes of orange blossom. Most of these are labeled AOC Alsace, but there is also a small amount of Grand Cru wine from 51 specially designated vineyards. In this region, you will also find Crémant de Alsace, a wallet-friendly sparkling wine usually made from Pinot Blanc. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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