COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Pinot Gris
PRODUCER
La Maison Carrée
REGION
Neuchâtel
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Maison Carrée Pinot Gris 2021 is a white wine from the Neuchâtel region of Switzerland, produced by La Maison Carrée. This family-owned estate, with a history dating back centuries and current ownership since 1827, is managed by Alexandre Perrochet. The winery is committed to biodynamic farming, holding Demeter certification. Their vineyards are located between 440 and 510 meters above sea level on clay and limestone soils. The estate cultivates several grape varieties across approximately 10 hectares, emphasizing a hands-off approach in the cellar to express the terroir. The wine is made from old vines, over 50 years old, from prime parcels of the estate.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€59
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are over 50 years old.
Fact 02
Biodynamic farming with Demeter certification.
Fact 03
Aged in oak barrels for one year.
Fact 04
Family has owned the estate since 1827.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Maison Carrée Pinot Gris 2021 begins with a short maceration of the grapes to enhance color and aromas, followed by pressing on a vertical press. The wine is then aged for one year in oak barrels. Following barrel aging, it undergoes one to two years of bottle maturation before release. The grapes are harvested at a very ripe stage. The estate emphasizes a hands-off approach in the cellar, aiming to express the terroir and natural potential of the grapes.
