Tradition

2009 Alsace Pinot Noir

Willy Gisselbrecht Tradition is a stunning red Pinot Noir from the renowned Alsace region, known for its rich winemaking heritage. This 2009 vintage showcases a medium-bodied wine that beautifully balances its components, offering a delightful mouthfeel. The acidity presents itself with a refreshing brightness, elevating the overall experience, while the fruit intensity is prominent, featuring luscious notes of ripe cherries and red berries. The tannins are well-structured, providing a firm yet elegant backbone that supports the wine's vibrant fruit. Dryness is assertively present, enhancing its food-friendly character and making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes. With its charming complexity and finesse, this Pinot Noir is a testament to Alsatian craftsmanship.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

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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