Domaine Paul Blanck
Patergarten Alsace Tokay Pinot Gris
Alsace, France
The charms of Alsatian Pinot Gris are underrated, especially in a classic expression like this bottle. Leathery yellow pomaceous and stone fruit match with Munster rind, mushroom powder, dried hay, mace, garam masala and crushed stone. The spicy tang of botrytis is present, but not all-consuming. The crushing bitterness (almond, quinine bark) is foiled by 20-ish grams of RS and a broad, oily texture. While not super flexible at the table, this wine is confident and compelling, tasting great at 14 years.
The charms of Alsatian Pinot Gris are underrated, especially in a classic expression like this bottle. Leathery yellow pomaceous and stone fruit match with Munster rind, mushroom powder, dried hay, mace, garam masala and crushed stone. The spicy tang of botrytis is present, but not all-consuming. The crushing bitterness (almond, quinine bark) is foiled by 20-ish grams of RS and a broad, oily texture. While not super flexible at the table, this wine is confident and compelling, tasting great at 14 years.
Nov 30th, 2015