2020 Domaine Weinbach Pinot Blanc, Alsace, France

ABOUT THIS WINE

Older vines in their monopole Clos des Capucins vineyard are composed of sand silt soil on granite pebbles. The grapes growing on this terroir ripen a lot earlier, producing wines with complex aromatics and a potent concentration. Organic and Biodynamic (certified by Ecocert & Demeter) Short pruning of the vines to keep yields low. Hand-picked at optimum maturity to reinforce the aromatic expression and body of the wines. They are gently pressed in whole clusters in pneumatic presses, fermentation with indigenous yeasts (element of the terroir, enhances depth and complexity in the wines) in old oak vats.

70% Pinot Auxerrois, 30% Pinot Blanc aged in large and old neutral oak vats for 8-10 months.

A welcome addition to any gathering, best served chilled as an aperitif and also with a refreshing lunch. Great with quiche, onion pie, fish terrine, cheese soufflé, light appetizers, and grilled chicken.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

At the foot of the majestic Schlossberg hill, in a setting of vines and roses, the Domaine Weinbach "wine stream", named after the small stream that crosses it, was built in 1612 by the Capuchin monks.

Sold as national property during the French Revolution, the Estate was acquired in 1898 by the Faller brothers who passed it on to their son and nephew Théo. A great figure in the Alsatian vineyard and ardent promoter of its recognition as an Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée, Théo Faller works for the quality of Alsace wines and the development of their incomparable terroirs and grape varieties. In love with his property, he develops it, enlarges it and embellishes it.

From 1979, his wife Colette and his daughters Catherine and Laurence demonstrated the same passion for the great wines of Alsace and the same unfailing attachment to quality.

Since 2016, Catherine Faller has been running the Domaine with her sons Eddy and Théo.