Pierre Sparr
Mambourg Grand Cru Pinot Gris
Grand Cru Mambourg is located on the south-facing slope of Mount Sigolsheim which acted as the high ground for the French/US and German battle of the "Colmar Pocket" in 1945. Records show that as early as the year 783, elegant wines of the present day Mambourg were famous. 40 year old vines bear the rich fruit destined for this Grand Cru level Gewurztraminer.
Located in the foothills of the Vosges mountains, northeast of the villages of Sigolsheim, Mambourg Grand Cru (61.85 ha) is one of the earliest ripening areas due to its southern exposure. It benefits from long, optimal sunny periods. The soil is made up of Tertiary limestone and marl. The soil here is lime-magnesium over calcareous and marl conglomerates that formed during the Tertiary period, 65 million to 1.6 million years ago.
- Region
- Alsace
- Appellation
- Alsace
- Sub-Appellation
- Mambourg Grand Cru AOP
- Varietal Composition
- Pinot Gris
- Aging
- Gentle whole cluster pressing followed by a traditional slow and cool vinification in stainless steels temperature controlled vats with no skin contact, or malolactic fermentation. Aged further on the fine lees for 8-10 months prior to bottling.
- Alcohol
- 12.6%
This rich and elegant wine is a golden yellow in appearance, with aromas of quince jam, hazelnuts and flint, which increase with aeration. On the palate, a structured, dynamic body dances with the fine fruit acid; a delicate sweetness — Alsace Grand Cru wines have a higher minimum sugar content than basic Alsace wines — balances the acidity on the long finish.
