# Léon Beyer Pinot Blanc Fruits de Mer (2020)

- **Producer:** Léon Beyer
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Blanc
- **Region:** Alsace, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** grapefruit, pear, apple, lemon, peach

## About this wine

Léon Beyer Pinot Blanc Fruits de Mer 2020 is a varietal Pinot Blanc from the AOC Alsace appellation in France. The historic Léon Beyer estate, with a winemaking legacy dating back to 1580, is dedicated to producing dry, high-quality wines that express the unique terroir of Alsace. The estate's philosophy centers on creating gastronomic wines that are balanced and food-friendly, reflecting an 'arch traditionalist' approach to winemaking.

## Interesting facts

- Léon Beyer wines are crafted to be gastronomic, designed to complement food.
- The estate emphasizes dry wine styles, often drier than typical for Alsace.
- Beyer has been a family of winegrowers for over 400 years.
- Wines are fermented without temperature control in large oak foudres.

## Food pairing

The wine's inherent freshness and balanced acidity are key to its food-pairing versatility. This liveliness cuts through richer elements in dishes, cleansing the palate. Its approachable profile also allows it to harmonize with a variety of flavors without overpowering them.

## Wine making process

Léon Beyer Pinot Blanc Fruits de Mer 2020 is produced from 100% Pinot Blanc grapes from the Alsace region. The winemaking process involves fermentation to dryness in large foudres, a traditional method that contributes to the wine's character. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in these same large foudres. The estate practices sustainable farming and adheres to a philosophy of producing dry, gastronomic wines that highlight the region's terroir.