Meyer Fonne Pinot Gris Vendanges Tardive 2017 AOP French White Wine 50 cl 13%

From the steep, granite Hinterburg slope in Katzenthal comes this late-harvest Pinot Gris, concentrated and richly aromatic.

Expert's Description

Meyer Fonné Pinot Gris Vendanges Tardive 2017 is a White Wine from Alsace, France made from Pinot Gris, bottled at 13% ABV.

The wine comes from the Hinterburg de Katzenthal terroir, a steep granite slope cultivated in terraces. Vendanges Tardive - late harvest - means the grapes have hung longer on the vine and reached a higher sugar concentration, giving a rich, lightly off-dry style.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Pure and expressive with smoky notes, honey, pineapple and white truffle.

Palate

Silky, elegant and mineral with fine tension.

Finish

Balanced and long.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 10-12°C in a white wine glass. Pairs well with foie gras, blue cheese, or simply enjoy as a dessert wine.

Specifications

Name: Meyer Fonné Pinot Gris Vendanges Tardive 2017
Producer/Winery: Meyer-Fonné
Region/Country: Alsace, France
Appellation/Classification: AOP Alsace, Vendanges Tardives
Grape Variety(ies): Pinot Gris
Vintage: 2017
ABV: 13%
Size: 50 CL
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 10-12°C
Decanting Recommended: No
Glass Type: White Wine Glass

Flavour Profile

Rich · Smoky · Off-dry · Mineral

Did You Know?

Vendanges Tardives is a protected designation in Alsace that may only be used for wines from especially ripe grapes, harvested late under strict minimum sugar requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Meyer Fonné Pinot Gris Vendanges Tardive 2017

Which grape is the wine made from?

Pinot Gris.

What does Vendanges Tardive mean?

Late harvest - the grapes hang longer on the vine and reach a higher sugar concentration.

What does the wine taste like?

Smoky notes, honey, pineapple and white truffle, with a silky, mineral palate.

What food pairs with the wine?

Foie gras, blue cheese, or simply as a dessert wine.

Where do the grapes come from?

The Hinterburg de Katzenthal terroir, a granite slope cultivated in terraces.