# Wolfberger Pinot Gris (2025)

- **Producer:** Wolfberger
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Gris
- **Region:** Alsace, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €12
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** peach, apricot, toast, cloves, dried apricot

## About this wine

Founded over a century ago in Eguisheim, Wolfberger is a historic winery cooperative in Alsace comprising over 450 winegrowers. As a pioneer in Alsatian viticulture, the winery manages vineyard plots across diverse terroirs composed of limestone and clay-limestone soils. Certified under sustainable agriculture standards, Wolfberger crafts varietally expressive wines that celebrate the architectural and viticultural heritage of Alsace.

## Interesting facts

- Pinot Gris in Alsace was historically known as Tokay d'Alsace until the name was restricted in 2007.
- Wolfberger represents over 450 winegrower families managing more than 13,000 vineyard plots across Alsace.
- The medieval village of Eguisheim, birthplace of Wolfberger, is considered the cradle of Alsatian viticulture.

## Food pairing

The generous body, round texture, and ripe fruit profile of Alsatian Pinot Gris allow it to complement rich, savory poultry, poultry with fruit glazes, and creamy mushroom sauces. Its balanced freshness helps cut through the richness of foie gras, smoked fish, and aged cheeses without overwhelming delicate flavors.

## Wine making process

Grapes are harvested at optimal aromatic ripeness followed by gentle pressing of whole or sorted bunches. Fermentation takes place under strict temperature control in stainless steel vats. The wine is aged on its fine lees in stainless steel vats prior to bottling to preserve natural freshness, primary fruit purity, and texture without oak intervention.