Reserve

2010 Alsace Pinot Gris

The Pierre Sparr Reserve 2010 Pinot Gris from Alsace is a delightful expression of this distinguished varietal. This medium-bodied white wine showcases a refreshing balance of bright acidity and prominent fruit intensity, making it both invigorating and complex. The flavors are beautifully layered, revealing notes of ripe pear and stone fruit, with a hint of floral elegance. The wine exhibits a subtle creaminess on the palate, complemented by a dry finish that lingers pleasantly. Alsace, known for its unique terroir, contributes to the wine’s character, offering a delightful food-friendly option for a variety of culinary pairings. Overall, this Pinot Gris is a testament to the region's winemaking prowess and invites a truly enjoyable tasting experience.

Tasting notes:

White Flowers

Peach

Honey

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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