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Late Harvest and Sélection de Grains Nobles
Late Harvest and Sélection de Grains Nobles, the fruit of exceptional harvest years
The Late Harvest and Noble Grape Selections come from grapes harvested when over-ripe and affected by noble rot, which is called Botrytis cinerea. Present on the berries, the latter initiates a phenomenon of evaporation inside the grape and thus promotes the concentration of sugar and aromas, bringing softness and power to these wines.
Rare vintages with intensely delicious aromas
Our Late Harvest and Noble Grape Selections are made from the so-called "noble" grape varieties: Riesling, Pinot Gris, Muscat and Gewurztraminer. Produced only in exceptional years, they are distinguished by their aromatic richness and impressive aging potential. These sweet or mellow dessert wines appeal to lovers of fine dessert wines, as well as to palates in search of unforgettable sensory discoveries.
A harvest by hand, at extreme maturity
Carried out well after the traditional grape harvest, the grapes are picked by hand, berry by berry. This is only possible when the grapes are overripe, or even affected by the famous "noble rot" (Botrytis cinerea). This natural phenomenon concentrates the sugars and the aromas. The botrytized berries are then gently pressed whole, then the juice is rigorously settled to guarantee finesse and clarity.
Alsace gourmande, between elegance and intensity
Notes of candied fruit, honey, spices and flowers intertwine in each glass. The Gewurztraminer expresses itself generously, the Riesling strikes a balance between sugar and acidity. These vintages enhance foie gras and fruity or chocolate desserts, and are sometimes surprising as an aperitif. They are wines for celebrations, sharing and gastronomy.
