COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Pinot Gris
PRODUCER
Léon Beyer
REGION
Alsace
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Léon Beyer Pinot Gris 2017 hails from Alsace, France, a region with a deep winemaking history. The Léon Beyer estate, established in 1580, is renowned for its commitment to crafting dry, premium wines. This particular Pinot Gris is distinguished by its roundness and opulent character, a testament to the estate's philosophy. The 2017 vintage, though impacted by frost, benefited from a warm summer, resulting in an early harvest. The vineyards are situated on clay and limestone soils in the village of Eguisheim.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€26
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Léon Beyer exports 80% of its wines globally.
Fact 02
The winery is located in Eguisheim, a village with medieval wine roots.
Fact 03
The 2017 harvest was one of the earliest on record for Alsace.
Fact 04
The estate's winemaking tradition dates back to 1580.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Léon Beyer Pinot Gris 2017 is produced in Alsace, France. The winemaking process typically involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks with controlled temperatures to preserve aromatic integrity. While specific aging details for this vintage are not provided, the estate's style often includes aging that fosters complexity. The 2017 harvest was notably early due to a combination of frost damage and a warm summer, impacting overall yields but allowing for good ripening.
