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Succumb to the Charms of Alsatian Pinot Noir

Succumb to the Charms of Alsatian Pinot Noir

by Tom Wolf by Tom Wolf

2022 Alsace Pinot Noir

2022 Alsace Pinot Noir

Kuentz-Bas   

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Kuentz-Bas    France   |  Alsace   |  Alsace

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In one of the most exciting developments in French wine in recent years, Alsace has become a source for excellent Pinot Noir. Domaines like Albert Boxler, Osterag, Meyer-Fonné, and Kuentz-Bas are making spectacular, distinct red wines from the grape. And because the eyes of Pinot Noir lovers are trained most heavily on nearby Burgundy, the best bottles from Alsace offer outstanding value across the price spectrum.
     You won’t find a better value or introduction to Alsatian Pinot Noir than Kuentz-Bas’s. Clocking in at 12.5% alcohol, the 2022 is a light and joyous rendition of the grape. And while it spends much of its life in a grand 19th century foudres, its final destination should be an ice bucket on your next night out on the patio or porch. Biodynamic farming and the neutral old wooden barrels combine to deliver exceptional freshness and purity, making this vibrant Pinot remarkably well suited to a variety of meals, from vegetable-forward dishes to fish and, of course, grilled chicken. If you haven’t yet succumbed to the charms of Alsatian Pinot Noir, now is the time!

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About The Region

Alsace

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Tragically, Alsace might be the most misunderstood wine region of France. In spite of its long history of viticulture and tremendous diversity of pedigreed terroirs, a past fraught with marketing mishaps has left consumers baffled as to what exactly to expect inside one of these mysterious tall, thin bottles.

The good news, on the other hand, is that a new wave of quality-oriented growers is working hard to put Alsace in its rightful place as one of the world’s most fascinating sources of fine white wine. By embracing tradition, respecting terroir, and making a concerted effort to better communicate the countless virtues their wines have to offer, they have succeeded in putting Alsace back on the map.

Crafted from a number of grape varieties and beautifully interpreting the region’s mosaic of soil types, our Alsace imports are by and large dry whites offering exceptional versatility at table. While each of these selections is ready to be uncorked tonight, the finest among them are also capable of maturing for many, many years in a cool cellar. Expect kaleidoscopic aromatics, lively acidities, and loads of terroir transparency in these skillfully crafted masterpieces. Enjoy a foray into the thrilling world of the world’s most underrated wine region, and certainly do not hesitate to contact our sales staff with any questions as you take off on this mouth-watering adventure.

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Trust the great winemakers, trust the great vineyards. Your wine merchant might even be trustworthy. In the long run, that vintage strip may be the least important guide to quality on your bottle of wine.—Kermit Lynch

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