Domaines Schlumberger GRAND CRU SPIEGEL Pinot Gris Alsace

The Pinot Gris, previously called Tokay d'Alsace, is one of the oldest Alsace grapes. The varietal is characterised by buttery, smoky aromas and powerfully intense flavours. A fruity wine offering a subtle, complex bouquet with honey aromas. Luscious fruit flavours accented with cream, vanilla and almond. Good natural acidity. An elegant and supple wine, it is suitable for all occasions. Enjoyable now, but can easily be kept 6-8 years. (12 x 75 cl)

Domaines Schlumberger CUVEE CLARISSE Pinot Gris Alsace from France, Alsace by Domaines Schlumberger Botrytis-Affected Whites (12 x 75 cl)

This wine is refined and complex, not heavy, with consistent aromas. This exceptional vintage can be appreciated anytime and will please collectors of high-class wines. The Sélections de Grains Nobles come from old vines. The grapes are collected when overripe, several weeks after harvest. More concentrated than the Late Harvest, this is a sweet, yet fresh wine, with a good natural acidity.The Cuvée Anne is rare because it appears every seven years on average. (12 x 50 cl)

The varietal is characterized by buttery, smoky aromas and powerfully intense flavors. The Pinot Gris Princes Abbés is a lush and concentrated wine with a good natural acidity. Packed with apple and tropical fruit aromas, the wine has vanilla and butter flavors with a creamy texture and a lingering spicy oak finish. The Pinot Gris, previously called Tokay d'Alsace, then Tokay Pinot Gris, is not related to the Hungarian Tokaji, which comes from the Furmint vine. It is actually a pinot of Burgundian origin known in Alsace since the 17th century. The general name Pinot Gris is the designated term from now until 2007.The Pinot Gris is an aromatic wine, sometimes velvety and vigorous, both fresh and rich, it is has good acidity and ages admirably. In the mouth, it is round and persistent. On the nose, its aromas are greatly complex, fruity and sometimes slightly smoked (12 x 75 cl)

Domaines Schlumberger GRAND CRU SAERING Riesling Alsace from France, Alsace by Domaines Schlumberger Zesty/Aromatic Dry Whites (12 x 75 cl)

This wine is very elegant and has the potential of a late noble harvest. The nose is refined and pleasing, typical of its vine plant and implies over ripeness. The attack is supple, with a light, smooth mouthfeel. The sugar is perfectly incorporated. The finish is on soft and delicious licorice. It has a very nice balance between sugar and alcohol. (12 x 75 cl)

Domaines Schlumberger GRAND CRU KITTERLE Riesling Alsace from France, Alsace by Domaines Schlumberger Zesty/Aromatic Dry Whites (12 x 75 cl)

The wine is powerful and rich, characterized by smoothness and balance. The color is shiny yellow straw. The nose is delicate and aromatic, affected by notes of flowers and pepper. It develops in the mouth softly, without heaviness and great harmony. Collected when overripe the residual sugars are considerable although they remain unobtrusive. (12 x 75 cl)

The Pinot Blanc, a grape which originated in Northern Italy, dates back to the 16th century. Although very old, it has become popular only in the last few years. At Domaines Schlumberger, two types of Pinot Blanc are used . The Pinot d'Alsace gives the wine its structure and acidity, while the Pinot Auxerrois provides the delicate fruit. Fine balance, dry and fresh mouthfeel with a very pleasant and fine fruitiness. (12 x 75 cl)