{"product_id":"pinot-gris-aop-alsace-2022","title":"Pinot Gris AOP Alsace 2022","description":"\u003ch4\u003eVineyard and winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pinot Gris is grown on east-facing vineyards in Hunawihr, from vines around 37 years old rooted in deep clay with a proportion of limestone. Clay contributes weight and length, while the limestone element gives the wine a fresher, more precise line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the 2022, approximately 20% of the wine is matured in old neutral oak and the remainder in stainless steel. Lees ageing and complete malolactic fermentation build a smooth, rounded texture without imposing obvious oak flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright straw gold with a faint copper glint typical of Pinot Gris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNose\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe pear and quince are layered with yellow apple, honeysuckle, a wisp of smoke and gentle ginger spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePalate\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroad and concentrated, with juicy orchard fruit and a softly creamy texture balanced by cleansing acidity. A slight sweetness rounds the edges, while quince, smoke and spice bring definition to the long, composed finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts texture works beautifully with pork tenderloin and cider apples, creamy chicken and mushroom pie, smoked haddock rarebit, or roast butternut squash with sage and hazelnuts. Serve cool rather than heavily chilled to retain its breadth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBackground story\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine Mader works just over ten hectares around Hunawihr, Ribeauvillé, Riquewihr and Kientzheim. Jérôme Mader has led the estate since 2005, combining organic farming, hand harvesting and restrained cellar work to produce Alsace wines known for balance and clear varietal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe domaine was brought to Sommelier’s Choice’s attention by Eric Zweibel MS, the Alsace-born Master Sommelier who trained under Gérard Basset MS MW. Pinot Gris is particularly expressive of the estate’s approach, pairing the natural generosity of the variety with enough acidity and mineral detail for the dining table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Mader","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30882311635004,"sku":"MADPGRIS22","price":24.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/1984\/8252\/files\/domaine-mader-pinot-gris-aop-alsace-2022-0-standardised-600x960.png?v=1791377775","url":"https:\/\/sommelierschoice.co.uk\/products\/pinot-gris-aop-alsace-2022","provider":"Sommelier's Choice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}