2022 Pinots Grand Cru Furstentum Weinbach

Domaine Weinbach owns some of Alsace's absolute best vineyards. Several of them Grand Cru vineyards, including Furstentum near the villages of Kientzheim & Sigolsheim. The steep slope of the field faces south/southwest and benefits from the sun. The grapes get plenty of sun, and the Kaysersberg valley shields the grapes from the wind, allowing them to fully ripen and is often used to make sweet wines from late-harvested grapes. Furstentum is known for its aromatic weight and exotic complexity.

In the 2021 vintage, Domaine Weinbach is launching a new cuvée from the Grand Cru Furstentum. A blend of Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Auxerrois fermented together in old Burgundy oak barrels. You don't usually see it on the labels in Alsace, so you have to guess, but this wine is bone dry. With a good body and a creamy texture like a great Chardonnay and a refreshing acidity. Yes, Furstentum not only gives aromatic weight and complexity but also elegance. Domaine Weinbach with a brilliant attempt to conjure up Alsace's next great dry white wine!