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2022 Gentil d’Alsace
Meyer-FonnéAlsace is primarily known for its single-variety bottlings, each of its native grape varieties having its own aromatic signature and distinctive balance on the palate. But what if one were to blend a number of them together into the same cuvée, creating a sort of super-Alsatian? Enter Gentil, a traditional blend originating in the 1920s that captures all the magic of each component part. These bracing, perfumed whites are just what’s needed to bring the senses to life, making them the ideal choice to kick off an evening and a surprising match to untold types of cuisine.
A fragrant blend of mostly Riesling and Muscat, Félix Meyer’s organically grown Gentil is crisp and lean and works like a reset button for your palate. A standout value, it has everything going for it—a bit of pear, delicate mimosa flower, and an undeniable whiff of coriander on the nose. Versatile. Friendly. Thirst-quenching.
Wine Type: | white |
Vintage: | 2022 |
Bottle Size: | 750mL |
Blend: | 50% Riesling, 25% Muscat, 20% Pinot Blanc, 5% Sylvaner and Pinot Gris |
Appellation: | Alsace |
Country: | France |
Region: | Alsace |
Producer: | Meyer-Fonné |
Winemaker: | François & Félix Meyer |
Farming: | Organic (practicing) |
Alcohol: | 12.5% |
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About The Producer
Meyer-Fonné
About The Region
Alsace
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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Kermit once said...
Kermit once said...
For the wines that I buy I insist that the winemaker leave them whole, intact. I go into the cellars now and select specific barrels or cuvées, and I request that they be bottled without stripping them with filters or other devices. This means that many of our wines will arrive with a smudge of sediment and will throw a more important deposit as time goes by, It also means the wine will taste better.