Sparr Pinot Blanc 23 750ML

Description

Pinot Blanc from Thann in the Haut-Rhin to Kintzheim in the Bas-Rhin (80.5 kilometers, or 50 miles, north to south); mostly flat vineyards. No irrigation; trellised vines; hand-harvesting.

Gold color with light reflections. Elegant floral nose on white flowers and pear notes. The wine is fresh as full-bodied, gastronomic. A charming, thirst-quenching wine. Good length with a lot of flavors.

Established in 1680, today Pierre Sparr remains focused on producing quality wines, a pure expression of Alsace, which are aromatic, fruity, elegant, clean and vibrant. Pierre Sparr wines are food-friendly and accessible for everyday consumption.

The Alsace region of France is known throughout the world for its lovely, dry white wines. Vineyards were first planted in this narrow valley during the height of the Roman Empire.Maison Pierre Sparr was established by the Sparr family in 1680 in the desirable Haut Rhin. Today, quality remains Pierre Sparr’s primary focus and the winery consistently exceeds AOC guidelines. (Alsace produces only AOC level wines.) Minimal intervention in the winery preserves the characteristics of the land; gentle whole cluster pressing followed by slow, cool fermentation. Sparkling wines are all traditional method, as in Champagne. The grapes are farmed sustainably.Pierre Sparr wines are a pure expression of Alsace with its varied geology and topography. Authentically Alsatian wines – aromatic, fruity, elegant, clean and vibrant. Pierre Sparr wines are food-friendly and accessible for everyday consumption.

Proof/ABV: 13.5