Pinot Gris "Salzhof" 2022 – Domaine Stoeffler

The Reinvented Pinot Gris: Energy and Authenticity The lieu-dit Salzhof provides the Pinot Gris with a mineral backbone that allows it to be completely sulfur-free during vinification. The Domaine Vincent Stoeffler presents here a "free" wine that emphasizes the direct expression of the grape and the marl-limestone soil.

A Craftsmanship Without Additives

• Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Gris.

• Terroir: Deep clay-limestone soils of the Salzhof hillside, providing power and balance.

• Natural Vinification: Hand-harvested at perfect ripeness. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Zero added sulfur (no sulfites) from pressing to bottling.

• Aging: On fine lees to nourish the wine and give it that natural fat and protective texture.

Tasting Notes

• Color: Intense golden yellow, sometimes with slight copper reflections due to natural vinification (unfiltered).

• Nose: A rich and complex bouquet that strays from the norms: ripe pear, quince, fresh hazelnut, and a hint of wet stone. A touch of honey may appear with aeration.

• Palate: The experience is tactile. The wine has volume and richness, yet it is infused with vibrant energy. Its finish is dry, long, and marked by a noble bitterness reminiscent of grape skin.

Food & Wine Pairings This "natural" wine calls for bold gastronomic pairings:

• Fish: A char or a salmon trout with beurre blanc.

• Gastronomy: A capon with morels, a risotto with white truffle, or refined Japanese cuisine (fatty sashimi).

• Cheeses: Aged Gouda or a washed rind cheese.