2016 Domaine Weinbach Pinot Gris Réserve Particulière

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  2/28/2020 - forceberry wrote: 92 Points

  A biodynamic Pinot Gris from Clos de Capucins, the vineyard surrounding the estate at the foot of the Grand Cru Schlossberg slope. Vinified in large oak foudres. 14% alcohol.
  
  Pale lemon yellow color. Fresh, waxy and expressive nose with fragrant aromas of ripe golden apples, thyme and other aromatic herbso, some beeswax, a little bit of leesy creaminess, light notes of poached pears, a hint of exotic spices, a touch of stony minerality and a whiff of alcohol. The wine is ripe, full-bodied and oily on the palate with lush, off-dry flavors of wildhoney, some ripe orange tones, a little bit of apple sauce, light notes of almost overripe pear, a mineral hint of wet stones and a touch of cantaloupe. The overall feel is rich, but not heavy, thanks to the moderately high acidity. The finish is juicy, rich and slightly warm with lush flavors of apple sauce, some beeswax, a little bit of pear juice, light sweet-toned citrus fruit notes of tangerine and ripe orange, a hint of fresh white peach and a touch of mineral spice.
  
  A wonderfully balanced, lush and vibrant Pinot Gris made in the classic (weighty and slightly off-dry yet very balanced and harmonious) Alsatian style. The wine is still very young and lacks the depth and complexity of an aged Pinot Gris, but shows great potential for future development. It is very enjoyable and thoroughly drinkable already, but knowing how wonderfully these Weinbach wines can age, I wouldn't hurry with this; this will be so much better at 10 years of age. Good value at 21,99€.

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  8/8/2018 - jjwleiden wrote:

  Tasted this with Le Nez du Vin aroma set--- decided it contains linden tree flower, quincy, and a bit of grapefruit in the nose... we ate it with grilled chicken marinated in lemon juice, thyme, garlic and olive oil-- prefect-- and a salad of very sweet watermelon, cucumber, lime marinated mint and feta cheese-- goid except the watermelon was too sweet to fit the wine.
  As with all Weinbach wines, we love this one and will certainly buy again. Very elegant and not heavy/clunky or too sweet as some other pinot gris wines can be.

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