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Vendanges Tardives Altenbourg

2004 Alsace Pinot Gris

The Albert Mann Vendanges Tardives Altenbourg is a stunning white wine from the esteemed Alsace region, showcasing the remarkable qualities of the Pinot Gris varietal. This vintage from 2004 offers a lush and full-bodied experience, characterized by pronounced acidity that provides a refreshing lift to its profile. The fruit intensity is high, displaying delightful notes of ripe stone fruits such as peach and apricot, complemented by subtle hints of honey and floral undertones. This wine is notably off-dry, with a beautifully balanced sweetness that enhances its complexity without overwhelming the palate. Its overall structure is further enriched by soft, well-integrated tannins, making it an exquisite choice for enjoying with rich dishes or on its own as an indulgent treat.

Tasting notes:


Peach

Peach

Honey

Honey

Almond

Almond

Region:


Alsace
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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