Léon Beyer Gewurztraminer 2021 /14%/ 0.75l
- The Beyers, a family with a long winemaking tradition, have been cultivating grapes in Eguisheim, in the center of Alsace, since 1580.
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The Beyers, a family with a long winemaking tradition, have been cultivating vines in Eguisheim, in the centre of Alsace, since 1580.
In 1867 Emile Beyer founded the Maison de Vin d'Alsace winery, which is currently managed by Léon Beyer and his son Marc. It offers a full range of Alsatian wines, mainly Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris, many of which are served in prestigious restaurants in France and other European countries, including Michelin "3-star" ones. The company also buys grapes from local, renowned producers. Currently, the area under vines in the area around Eguisheim is around 300 hectares and is the largest in the whole of Alsace. It is divided between individual winemakers and a local cooperative. Maison de Vin d'Alsace has almost 20 hectares of vineyards there.
Léon Beyer Gewürztraminer is one of seven wines that make up the “Les Classiques” series. Produced 100% from the Gewürztraminer grape, it offers floral and fruity aromas and a palette where the taste of pears, peaches and lemons is perfectly balanced by notes of honey and candied ginger. It goes great with fois gras, Roquefort and Stilton Blue cheeses and spicy Asian dishes. Served at 10ºC; ageing potential up to 10 years. Annual production of the vintage was 70,000 bottles.