Lot presentation

Alsace Pinot Gris Un certain Regard Josmeyer (Domaine) 2016

The wine

To produce this cuvée, the domain cultivates its eighty-year-old Pinot Gris vines according to organic and biodynamic principles before vinifying it by pneumatic pressing and allowing the native yeasts to trigger the fermentation process. The wine is then matured in hundred-year-old oak foudre barrels or stainless steel vats (depending on the year). Tasting reveals a most attractive golden appearance which opens into mineral, floral, slightly spicy (even smoky) notes. The concentrated palate is counterbalanced by an appealing acidity, lending it vivacity, length and elegance.

About the Producer Josmeyer

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”.