Domaine Weinbach : Pinot Noir "Terres du Prince 2023

Tasting notes and characteristics of Pinot Noir "Terres du Prince" 2023 by Domaine Weinbach

Tasting

Appearance

The wine reveals a bright red hue.

Nose

The nose unveils clean aromas of cranberry and fresh cherries, delicately accompanied by notes of dried herbs.

Palate

With a supple and delicate structure featuring silky tannins, the palate offers beautiful energy and freshness. It unfolds flavours of red fruits such as strawberry, raspberry, cherry and cranberry, underscored by a complex earthy touch, before concluding on a persistent and powdery finish.

Food and wine pairings

This wine pairs harmoniously with fine charcuterie such as Parma ham or a country-style pâté. It also complements lean red meats, duck with cherry sauce, herb-crusted lamb or a veal escalope with mushrooms. As for cheeses, it matches beautifully with cooked pressed cheeses such as Gruyère or Comté.

Serving and ageing

Pinot Noir "Terres du Prince" 2023 can be enjoyed equally well during summer meals, thanks to its digestible profile, as well as during autumnal or winter tastings. It also has good ageing potential in the bottle, allowing it to continue developing its complexity.

The elegance and authentic expression of a great Alsace wine

The estate

Founded in 1612 by Capuchin monks, Domaine Weinbach is located in Kaysersberg. Acquired in 1898 by the Faller family, this vineyard now boasts a significant surface area of terroirs classified as Grand Cru in the region. Fully certified in organic and biodynamic farming, the estate is currently led by Catherine Faller, alongside her sons Éddy and Théo Leiber-Faller. The estate stands out for its philosophy of minimal intervention, seeking to express the pure identity of its terroirs.

The vineyard

The grapes used for this cuvée come from specific plots called "Terres du Prince", located in Alsace. These vines are cultivated according to the rigorous principles of biodynamics, respecting ecological balance and the soils, in order to foster the natural and authentic expression of the terroir.

Vinification and ageing

The estate's philosophy is based on minimal intervention. For Pinot Noir "Terres du Prince" 2023, vinification aims to reveal the identity of the plot without artifice. Ageing takes place in French oak barrels over a period of 12 to 18 months. The use of new wood is moderate, accounting for around 30% of the containers, with the remainder being older barrels in order to preserve the fruity character and elegance of the wine.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir (100%).