Pinot Noir Runz

Rieffel
Grown on the sandstone and granite slopes of the Runz lieu-dit in Mittelbergheim, this Alsatian red comes from the Rieffel family, biodynamic growers who let their vines speak for themselves. You'll find bright cherry and wild raspberry on the nose, with a whisper of woodland spice and crushed stone underneath. The palate is light on its feet, silky rather than heavy, with fine tannins and a fresh, juicy finish. Gentle whole-bunch work and ageing in old barrels keep everything pure and unforced. Lovely slightly chilled with roast poultry, mushroom dishes or a good charcuterie board. Drinking beautifully now.
27.37 € incl tax

-5% for 6 identical bottles

18 in stock

Wine name: Pinot Noir Runz 2022

Vintage: 2022

Producer: Domaine Rieffel (Mittelbergheim, Alsace)

Grape varieties: 100% Pinot Noir

Region: Alsace, France

Appellation: AOC Alsace

Winemaking: Hand harvest, whole and partially destemmed bunches, spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in open vats, no added yeast or enzymes, gentle pressing, ageing in old oak barrels and foudres for around 10 to 12 months, minimal sulphur at bottling, unfined and lightly filtered or unfiltered

Maceration: Around 10 to 15 days, with gentle pigeage and light infusion-style extraction

Colour: Bright ruby red with purple glints, medium intensity, clear and luminous

Nose: Fresh cherry, redcurrant and wild strawberry, floral touch of peony, hints of pepper, smoke and crushed stone

Palate: Juicy and silky attack, fine-grained tannins, crunchy red fruit, saline and mineral finish with lively acidity and real drinkability

Alcohol content: 13% vol. (approx.)

Soils: Limestone and marl-limestone with stony, well-drained topsoil on the Runz lieu-dit

Farming: Organic and biodynamic practices, ploughed soils, no synthetic treatments

Ageing potential: 5 to 10 years from the vintage

Food pairing: Roast poultry, veal, mushroom dishes, charcuterie, grilled salmon, soft washed-rind cheeses such as Munster jeune

Serving temperature: 14 to 16 °C