Vendange Tardive

2009 Alsace Riesling

Hugel Vendange Tardive, a stunning white Riesling from the iconic Alsace region, showcases the perfect blend of elegance and complexity, making it a delightful choice for various occasions. This 2009 vintage presents a full-bodied experience that entices the senses with its pronounced acidity and lush mouthwatering character. The fruit intensity shines brilliantly, featuring luscious notes of apricot, peach, and a touch of honey, creating a beautifully balanced flavor profile. Soft and gentle tannins offer an underlying structure, complementing the wine's vibrant freshness. As a semi-dry offering, Hugel Vendange Tardive is both approachable and refined, making it an exceptional companion to a range of dishes or simply enjoyed on its own.

Tasting notes:

Apricot

Peach

Honey

Flavor profile:

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Grilled Shrimp, Poultry, Asian Chicken Salad

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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