Alsace Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Hengst Josmeyer (Domaine) 2008
Alsace Gewurztraminer AOC
15%
0.75L
Intensity
What makes this wine special?
A magnificnent Gerwürztraminer with exotic fruit aromas, which invites experimental food pairings.
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Lot presentation
Alsace Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Hengst Josmeyer (Domaine) 2008
The wine
Situated in the commune of Wintzenheim, this terroir is made up of oligocene limestone which particularly favours the Gerwürztraminer grape variety. Hengst means stallion, and this cuvée has raw, resplendent power: exuberant on the nose with notes of exotic fruit and a steely minerality.
Situated near Colmar, Domaine Josmeyer extends to some 24.4 hectares and has been certified organic and biodynamic since 2004. They grow all the great Alsatian grape varieties, which are evenly distributed over the estate’s 90 plots. The property is home to some beautiful vineyards such as Herrenweg and Rorenberg, along with two of the most distinguished Grand Crus in Alsace: Hengst and Brand.
The two sisters at the head of this family estate, which was founded in 1854, are the 5th generation to run it. Céline manages the property and the work in the vines while Isabelle oversees vinification, allowing Riesling, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Gewurztraminer, Sylvaner and Pinot Noir to shine. The dry wines reveal a remarkable purity and the grand crus are mineral and saline. The French wine magazine Bettane & Desseauve say that Josmeyer’s wines have “light and refined palates that are fresh and chiselled”.
Detailed characteristics
- Quantity:
- 1 bottle
- Level:
- 1 Normal
- Observation:
- 1 Normal
- Origin:
- professional
- Type of cellar:
- underground, natural cellar
- Recoverable VAT:
- no
- Wooden case:
- no
- Local excise duty seal:
- yes
- Alcohol percentage:
- 15 %
- Region:
- Alsace
- Appellation:
- Alsace Gewurztraminer
- Classification:
- Grand Cru
- Owner:
- Josmeyer (Domaine)
- Vintage:
- 2008
- Colour:
- sweet and dessert wine
- Service temperature:
- 9°
- Viticulture:
- biodynamic More information....
- Intensity:
- sweet
- Leading aroma:
- tropical fruit
- Tasting occasion:
- food-friendly wine
- Grape variety:
- Gewurztraminer
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