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2009 Alsace Pinot Noir

Domaine Zind Humbrecht's 2009 Pinot Noir from the Alsace region is a stunning representation of this varietal, showcasing its elegant charm and complexity. This red wine presents a medium-bodied profile with a beautiful balance of acidity that lends a refreshing quality. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing delightful notes of red berries, cherries, and subtle hints of spices, making it an intriguing choice for any wine lover. Its tannins are notable yet refined, providing structure without overpowering the wine's finesse. This Pinot Noir is also dry, allowing the vibrant fruit flavors to shine through, making it a perfect pairing with charcuterie or roasted poultry. Enjoying this wine is truly a delightful experience, embodying the unique terroir of Alsace in every sip.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Spices

Earth

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Mild

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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