{"product_id":"marcel-deiss-alsace-grand-cru-altenberg-de-bergheim-2019","title":"Marcel Deiss Alsace Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergheim 2019","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Altenberg de Bergheim by Marcel Deiss is a refined \u003cstrong\u003esweet white dessert wine\u003c\/strong\u003e in the passito style, crafted from an elegant blend of Pinot Gris, Riesling and Gewürztraminer. This Alsace Grand Cru displays a fresh profile, harmonising balanced sweetness with a velvety texture. On the nose, it offers clear \u003cstrong\u003earomas of fresh peach\u003c\/strong\u003e and citrus, which precede an enveloping sip. On the palate, notes of quince and walnut stand out, enriched by a floral bouquet that fades into a persistent finish, marked by pronounced \u003cstrong\u003emineral savouriness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in Bergheim, in the renowned Altenberg cru, at the heart of Alsace. The vineyards, which benefit from optimal southern exposure, are planted on \u003cstrong\u003esoils composed of hard limestone and marl\u003c\/strong\u003e, elements that give the wine its characteristic gustatory tension. Marcel Deiss focuses on the utmost \u003cstrong\u003eexpression of the terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e, favouring the influence of the soil and microclimate over the individual grape variety. The deep connection between the site's geology and agronomic management shapes the authentic identity of this \u003cstrong\u003eAlsace Grand Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction is based on the \u003cstrong\u003edrying of the grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fundamental technique for concentrating sugars and aromatic intensity. The vinification process creates an ideal balance between freshness and natural sweetness, enhancing the fruity nuances and ensuring excellent \u003cstrong\u003eageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e, estimated at up to fifteen years. To appreciate every nuance, it is advisable to \u003cstrong\u003edecant for about an hour\u003c\/strong\u003e before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Cru Altenberg de Bergheim 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e represents a milestone for Jean-Michel Deiss, marking a break with the past to rediscover the ancient Alsatian tradition. This vision enhances the authentic expression of the terroir, favouring the influence of limestone and marl over varietal typicity. Designed to ensure \u003cstrong\u003eextraordinary longevity\u003c\/strong\u003e, this masterpiece boasts the exceptional rating of \u003cstrong\u003e98 points from James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e, celebrating a historical legacy that dates back to the Middle Ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marcel Deiss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47411829964971,"sku":"62208","price":142.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-ch\/products\/marcel-deiss-alsace-grand-cru-altenberg-de-bergheim-2019","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}