Clos de la Faille

2008 Alsace Pinot Noir

Clos de La Faille is an exquisite Pinot Noir from the renowned Alsace region, hailing from the vintage of 2008. This elegant red wine showcases a medium-bodied profile that is beautifully complemented by its bright acidity, creating a refreshing mouthfeel that invites exploration. The fruit intensity is prominent, with delightful notes of cherry and raspberry that dance on the palate, while subtle, structured tannins provide a firm backbone without overwhelming the experience. This wine is bone dry, allowing the vibrant fruit and its complex layers to take center stage, making it a perfect companion for a variety of dishes or an enjoyable standalone sip. Clos de La Faille is truly a representation of the finesse and character found in Alsace, capturing the essence of its terroir.

Tasting notes:

Raspberry

Cherry

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Mild

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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