Alsace Grand Cru Marckrain Pinot Gris Weinbach 2021 (White)

One of the most beautiful properties in Alsace, the Weinbach vineyard covers just over 26 hectares. The Capuchin monks produced a wine from the early 17th century on the historic terroir of the Clos des Capucins (5 hectares enclosed by walls). Sold as a national asset in the French Revolution, the property was acquired in 1898 by the Faller brothers, who passed it on to their son and nephew, Théo. A major figure in French viticulture and an ardent defender of Alsace's vineyards, largely responsible for their being granted AOC status, Théo Faller died in 1979. His wife Colette and her daughters Catherine and Laurence took charge of the property and continued to build its reputation; it is now known all over the world. Located at the base of the majestic Schlossberg hill, it benefits from an exceptional position that has all of the geological and climate characteristics usually associated with Alsace's finest wines. The vineyard is tended with a deep respect for nature and with a view to expressing each terroir. The harvests are delayed until optimal ripeness; after rigorous selection the grapes are gently, progressively pressed, followed by long fermentations in old oak casks. The property produces successful generic cuvées, but really stands out for its grandes cuvées, named after members of the family, and associated with each terroir.

Le domaine alsacien Weinbach, situé à Kayserberg, est riche de plus de quatre siècles d’histoire. Durant toutes ces années, la famille Faller a œuvré pour faire de ce domaine une propriété exceptionnelle, mettant à l’honneur les cépages et le terroir de la région grâce à un savoir-faire typiquement alsacien. Aujourd’hui mené d’une main de maître par Catherine Faller et ses fils, le domaine décide de cultiver ses vignes dans le plus grand respect des sols et de la biodiversité en appliquant les principes de l’agriculture biologique et de la biodynamie.
Après des vendanges accomplies à la main, des vinifications réalisées de manière peu interventionniste et un élevage de huit mois en anciens foudres de chêne, ce grand cru 100% pinot gris voit le jour. Le nez intense et délicat, entremêle les parfums de fruits jaunes et les notes de brioche. La bouche, gourmande et savoureuse, est parfaitement équilibrée par une fine acidité. 

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