{"product_id":"leon-beyer-pinot-gris-elzas-2019-0375l","title":"Léon Beyer Pinot Gris Alsace 2019 0.375L","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1fn8j32\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003eLéon Beyer Pinot Gris 2019 Alsace, France\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"454\"\u003eLéon Beyer Pinot Gris 2019 brings the dry, gastronomic style of Alsace in a convenient 0.375L half bottle. This Pinot Gris comes from the house's Classique range, where the grape variety, soil, and location must remain clearly recognizable. With 13.5% alcohol, only 2 g\/l residual sugar, and 91 points from both Wine Spectator and Vinous, this is a serious Alsatian white wine for the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14jexaw\" data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eVineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"578\"\u003eLéon Beyer operates from Eguisheim, a historic wine village southwest of Colmar in Alsace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"789\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"605\"\u003eLocation \/ Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine comes from Alsace AOC, where Pinot Gris is one of the classic grape varieties. Alsace is known for white wines with ripe fruit, spice, and gastronomic versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"985\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vineyards have a south and southeast exposure. This ensures the grapes receive sufficient sun to ripen fully, while maintaining Alsatian freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"999\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limestone and clay form the base for this Pinot Gris. Limestone provides tension and length, while clay contributes to body and roundness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines are on average 25 to 35 years old. This age gives the wine extra concentration and more depth in its structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nispz6\" data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eVinification and aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003eThe Classique range of Léon Beyer focuses on dry wines with fresh fruit, body, and clear grape expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eDry style:\u003c\/strong\u003e With 2 g\/l residual sugar, this Pinot Gris remains crisp and dry. This allows the full structure of the grape to shine without the wine feeling sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eAlcohol percentage:\u003c\/strong\u003e With 13.5% alcohol, the wine has enough body to carry the rich Pinot Gris style. This aligns well with Léon Beyer's gastronomic signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003eBalance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The style combines ripe fruit with well-preserved acidity. This keeps the wine rich and full, yet lively enough for hearty dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9tra1w\" data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003eGrape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003eThis Alsatian white wine is made entirely from Pinot Gris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003e100% Pinot Gris – Alsace:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinot Gris gives this wine its full body, soft texture, ripe peach, pear, almond, and subtle spice. In Alsace, the grape often yields more powerful and gastronomic wines than Pinot Grigio from cooler or lighter styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1kwabyh\" data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2323\"\u003eTasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003eGolden yellow in the glass, with aromas of wild flowers, peach, pear, honey, almond, and a subtle smoky note. The taste is round and full, with fresh acidity, savory tension, ripe orchard fruit, and a long mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2570\"\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve Léon Beyer Pinot Gris 2019 at 10–12 °C, so that the full structure, almond-like depth, and fresh acidity remain beautifully balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2708\" data-end=\"2854\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2710\" data-end=\"2724\"\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve with scallops, creamy mushroom risotto, poultry, veal, pâté, foie gras, or lightly spiced Asian dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"om3m1d\" data-start=\"2856\" data-end=\"2870\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"3100\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2916\"\u003e91\/100, Wine Spectator (2019 vintage):\u003c\/strong\u003e A strong rating for a Pinot Gris with honeyed lemongrass notes, spicy orchard fruit, salinity, green herbs, warm hay notes, and an energetic mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3102\" data-end=\"3267\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3138\"\u003e91\/100, Vinous (2019 vintage):\u003c\/strong\u003e This score falls within the Vinous Outstanding category and underscores the serious quality of this dry Alsatian Pinot Gris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3269\" data-end=\"3422\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3271\" data-end=\"3314\"\u003e89\/100, Wine Enthusiast (2019 vintage):\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated as Very Good, with honeyed pear, almond, subtle nutty notes, and a harmonious structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ta17g1\" data-start=\"3424\" data-end=\"3458\"\u003eMore information about Léon Beyer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3460\" data-end=\"3791\"\u003eLéon Beyer is one of Alsace's historic wine families. The family has been active in Eguisheim since 1580, and the current house was founded in 1867. Today, Marc Beyer and his son Yann Léon continue to build on the recognizable house style: dry, classic, and gastronomic Alsatian wines that truly show their strength at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Léon Beyer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45455884714063,"sku":"7148","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/LeonBeyerPinotGrisElzas.webp?v=1781181589","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/products\/leon-beyer-pinot-gris-elzas-2019-0375l","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}