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Cave de Turckheim Grand Cru Brand Pinot Gris 2017

Cave de Turckheim Grand Cru Brand Pinot Gris is a rich and ripe yet elegant wine offering remarkable versatility across a wide range of dishes. Sourced from the dry granite soils of the Grand Cru Brand vineyard, which benefit from exceptional sun exposure and naturally low yields, this wine combines opulent ripeness with refined structure. A benchmark example of Alsace Grand Cru Pinot Gris at its finest. Why You'll Love It This is Grand Cru Alsace Pinot Gris from one of the world's best co-operatives. The Brand vineyard, whose name comes from the German word for 'fire', enjoys a southerly aspect ensuring exceptional ripeness and richness. Cave de Turckheim maintains low cropping levels well below the appellation's maximum, creating wines of remarkable concentration. With hand-harvesting, un-fined and lightly filtered production, this wine offers authentic Grand Cru quality at outstanding value. Meet the Producer Widely regarded as one of the best co-operatives in the world, Cave de Turckheim lies at the mouth of the Munster Valley, producing wines that showcase the elegance and typicity of Alsace's Grand Cru terroirs with exceptional quality and consistency. Production The Brand vineyard enjoys a southerly aspect that ensures high levels of sunshine, ripeness, and richness in the grapes. Cave de Turckheim maintains low cropping levels well below the appellation's maximum. The grapes are hand-harvested, pressed using pneumatic presses, and fermented under controlled temperatures. The wine is un-fined and lightly filtered to retain its naturally aromatic character. Tasting Notes Aromas of buttery honey and a dusting of exotic spice lead to a palate of butterscotch, warm spice, and freshly baked glazed apricot tart. The mid-palate is nicely weighted, balanced by a lift of silky lime acidity, producing an elegant and harmonious finish. Perfect Pairings Foie gras, lightly spiced Indian, Chinese, or Thai dishes, smoked mackerel or full-flavoured trout, salmon, or sea bass