Rose

2011 Alsace Pinot Noir

Domaine Gerard Metz Rosé is a delightful expression of Pinot Noir hailing from the picturesque Alsace region. This rosé presents a beautiful blush color that captures the eye and hints at the elegance within. The wine showcases a medium body, offering a satisfying mouthfeel that is neither too heavy nor too light. Its high acidity provides a refreshing brightness, making it incredibly food-friendly and perfect for warm evenings. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing enticing notes of ripe strawberries and cherries, complemented by subtle floral undertones. With its delightful dryness, this vintage from 2011 offers a refined and sophisticated experience, inviting you to savor each sip and celebrate its graceful origins.

Tasting notes:

Raspberry

Cherry

Earth

Pairs well with:

Roasted Duck, Glazed Pork Tenderloin, Black Cherry Glazed Duck

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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