Technical presentation
| Bottling : | March 2012 |
|---|---|
| Acquired alcohol : | 12.8 ° |
| Residual sugar : | Moins de 2 g/l |
| Total acidity : | 2.8 g/l H2SO4 / (4.3g/l Tartrique) |
| pH : | 3.4 |
| Yield : | 80 hl/ha |
| Average age of vines : | 36 years |
| Sweetness index : | 1 |
| Soil : | Oligocene calcareous & gravely soil |
Description of the wine Pinot Blanc 2011
Originating from Herrenweg and Rotenberg vineyards, this blend of Auxerrois (70%) and Pinot Blanc (30%) benefits from the combination of calcareous and gravelly soils. The cooler limestone of Rotenberg, mostly planted in Auxerrois, brings structure and acidity, the warmer Herrenweg brings richness and fruit. The 2011 was harvested very healthy. Our goal was to harvest these grapes at an elegant level of ripeness, ensuring that the wine would finish dry. The fermentation was fast and the wine became clear rapidly.
Tasting notes
02/2012 : We really have no doubt about bottling this wine so early. It developed into an elegant, delicate style, with classic light fruity nose and some yeast/nutty character. The palate is dry, without any aggressiveness, and medium long. This is a very easy wine to use on an everyday basis.