Domaine Weinbach, Pinot Gris “Clos des Capucins”
Domaine Weinbach, Pinot Gris “Clos des Capucins”
Domaine Weinbach, Pinot Gris “Clos des Capucins”
Domaine Weinbach, Pinot Gris “Clos des Capucins”

Domaine Weinbach, Pinot Gris “Clos des Capucins”

Alsace, France 2019 (750mL)
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Domaine Weinbach, Pinot Gris “Clos des Capucins”

This Alsatian archetype takes its name from the monastic order (the Capuchins) that built what is now Domaine Weinbach in 1612. The “Clos des Capucins,” a monopole, is one of the many acclaimed vineyards in this iconic estate’s portfolio. Overall, Weinbach farms 90 acres of vines in the Kaysersberg valley, all of them Certified Organic and Biodynamic (Ecocert/Demeter).


The voluptuous texture, aromatic lift, and mineral depth of classic Alsatian Pinot Gris is on glorious display here: Grown in sandy, silty soil strewn with granite pebbles, this 100% Pinot Gris is aged 8-10 months in large, used oak vats. Notes of ripe yellow peach, pear, apricot, candied citrus peel, melon rind, and orange blossoms carry over from the nose to the lush palate. A hint of residual sugar (~5 grams/liter) makes this a great partner for spicier preparations.


Domaine Weinbach, Pinot Gris “Clos des Capucins”
Country
France
Region
Alsace
Sub-Region
FranceKaysersberg
Soil
Sand, Silt, Granite
Farming
Certified Organic & Biodynamic
Blend
Pinot Gris
Alcohol
14.5
OAK
Large, Used Oak Vats
TEMP.
45
Glassware
All-Purpose Stem
Drinking
Now-2026
Decanting
Optional
Pairing
Kung Pao Chicken

France

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Bordeaux surrounds two rivers, the Dordogne and Garonne, which intersect north of the city of Bordeaux to form the Gironde Estuary, which empties into the Atlantic Ocean. The region is at the 45th parallel (California’s Napa Valley is at the38th), with a mild, Atlantic-influenced climate enabling the maturation of late-ripening varieties.

Central France

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Alsace

Alsace, in Northeastern France, is one of the most geologically diverse wine regions in the world, with vineyards running from the foothills of theVosges Mountains down to the Rhine River Valley below.

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