{"title":"Wines of Alsace","description":"\u003cp\u003eTucked between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine, Alsace is home to some of France's most characterful and food-friendly wines. The region is best known for its aromatic whites, with everything from zesty, bone-dry Riesling and floral Gewürztraminer to rich, textured Pinot Gris and lively Crémant d'Alsace. It's a region where bright fruit, freshness and a real sense of place shine through in every bottle. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-josmeyer-2019-pinot-gris-le-fromenteau","title":"Domaine Josmeyer 2020 Pinot Gris Le Fromenteau","description":"\u003cp\u003eFormerly known as Fromenteau in Île de France, Pinot Gris has a more earthy personality, evoking fields of cereals, harvest time, and nourishing earth. The grapes are sourced from old vine plots on the Herrenweg of Turckheim and Wintzenheim, an area characterized by gravelly-sandy colluvium deposits, alluvium, and pebbles. Similar to the soil of Graves, this terroir produces aromatic, ripe, and elegant wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2004, the vineyard has been cultivated organically and biodynamically, fostering a symbiosis between the sky, earth, plant, and man. This close relationship generates noble grapes that produce dense and balanced wines with unique personalities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are harvested by hand and pneumatically pressed whole for 5 to 8 hours. Coming exclusively from organic and biodynamic farming, they naturally transfer their aromas to the must. Fermentation occurs spontaneously without added enzymes, selected yeasts, or chaptalization, lasting from one to four months. The wine is then aged in century-old oak tuns or stainless steel vats, depending on the case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Josmeyer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45290002284782,"sku":"trggrfdscd","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/capture_2024-05-17-11-23-22--0000.jpg?v=1748198546"},{"product_id":"domaine-josmeyer-2021-riesling-le-kottabe","title":"Domaine Josmeyer Riesling ”Le Kottabe”","description":"\u003cp\u003eRiesling Le Kottabe from Josmeyer is a biodynamic wine that showcases a dry expression of the grape. This fresh and lively Riesling features a floral nose, hints of grapefruit, and a fleshy mouthfeel, all hallmarks of Josmeyer's precision. The grapes are cultivated in the part of the estate between Wintzenheim and Turckheim, an area rich in clay, resulting in wines described as ‘soft and sensual.’ Perfectly paired with seafood or goat cheese, Kottabe takes its name from an ancient Greek drinking game and is part of Josmeyer's Artist Series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Josmeyer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45290003235054,"sku":"dfghrghgtrg","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/capture_2024-05-17-11-22-31--0000.jpg?v=1748198546"},{"product_id":"domaine-leon-boesch-riesling-les-grandes-lignes","title":"Domaine Léon Boesch Riesling - Les Grandes Lignes","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom 25-year-old vines planted in sandstone-clay soil above a limestone bedrock, this Riesling comes from a long row on an east-facing hillside. It is dry with great body and offers a lovely drinking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatthieu and Marie Boesch are the 11th generation to manage the domaine, which has been in their family since 1640. Matthieu returned in 1999 to work alongside his father, Gérard, experimenting in the cellar and transitioning to biodynamic viticulture. Their vineyards have since become a haven for local wildlife, with birds nesting, bees building hives, and fawns taking naps in the shadows of their vines. In the cellar, the pressing process is long and slow, taking 8 to 12 hours. Indigenous yeasts are used, and malolactic fermentations occur spontaneously, without the addition of sulfur to block the process.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leon Boesch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45562775568622,"sku":"17537","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/capture_2024-07-10-12-17-30--0000.jpg?v=1748198425"},{"product_id":"domaine-barmes-buecher-alsace-gewurz","title":"Domaine Barmes-Buecher, Alsace Gewurz","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"232\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eDomaine Barmès-Buecher's Gewürztraminer from Alsace is a biodynamic white wine that showcases the expressive character of this aromatic grape.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe wine presents a rich and full-bodied profile, with ripe tropical fruit flavors, floral notes, and spice, balanced by refreshing acidity\u003c\/span\u003e . \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eTasting notes include exotic fruits such as tangerine, passionfruit, and pineapple, interwoven with savory hints of hazelnut, cashew, allspice, and ginger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"353\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe wine's versatility makes it suitable for pairing with a range of dishes, including stinky cheeses, roast white meats, dishes with white sauces, and spicy cuisine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"474\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eDomaine Barmès-Buecher, located near Colmar and Eguisheim in Alsace, has been certified biodynamic since 2001, reflecting their commitment to respecting the living environment, vines, and terroirs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"554\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis Gewürztraminer is a testament to the winery's dedication to producing wines that express the unique characteristics of their region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Barmes-Buecher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56202795024765,"sku":"18823","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/Domaine_Barmes-Buecher_Alsace_Gewurz.jpg?v=1749715513"},{"product_id":"cave-de-turckheim-edelzwicker-vin-dalsace","title":"Cave de Turckheim Edelzwicker Vin d'Alsace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis dry white blend from Cave de Turckheim, situated at the mouth of the Munster Valley in Alsace, offers a fresh and stylish example of the regional “Edelzwicker” style. \u003cbr data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eComposed of classic varieties including Pinot Blanc, Riesling and Sylvaner (sometimes other permitted grapes), the wine is vinified with modern technique: pneumatic pressing, temperature‐controlled fermentation, unfined and only lightly filtered to preserve purity of flavour.\u003cbr data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"607\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOn the nose expect delicate green-apple and orchard‐fruit aromas, with a faint floral or citrus lift; the palate delivers crisp minerality, a fleshy mid-palate texture and a savoury, refreshing finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cave de Turckheim","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57377679933821,"sku":"3274550425867","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/Cave_de_Turckheim_Edelzwicker_Vin_d_Alsace.jpg?v=1763043507"},{"product_id":"domaine-kientzler-pinot-gris","title":"Domaine Kientzler Pinot Gris","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"463\"\u003eDomaine Kientzler’s Pinot Gris comes from the family’s estate in Ribeauvillé, in the Alsace region. The vineyards for this wine are situated on calcareous-marl and sandstone soils, terroir that tends to give the wines a strong mineral backbone, even when the fruit is expressive. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eIn the glass the wine shows a pale straw-yellow colour. On the nose it offers aromas of white-fleshed fruit such as pear and mirabelle, sometimes with hints of white cherry or delicate florals, and a gentle mineral or “stone” character that reflects its soil origins. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eOn the palate it is dry, with good acidity, a lean but fairly generous weight for Pinot Gris, and a texture that balances freshness and depth, a wine that manages fruitiness and structure without flabbiness. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eDomaine Kientzler handle their wines classically: the result is a Pinot Gris that expresses both the fruit and the terroir, approachable in its youth, yet with enough mineral spine and balance to offer some development if cellared a few years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Kientzler","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57463386308989,"sku":"19183","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/Domaine_Kientzler_Pinot_Gris.jpg?v=1764239208"}],"url":"https:\/\/thebeerhive.co.uk\/collections\/wines-of-alsace.oembed","provider":"The Beerhive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}