Orange Pinot Gris 2025, Joseph Cattin
£ 17.50
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Details
ColourOrange
BlendPinot Gris
Vintage2025
RegionAlsace
CountryFrance
DietaryVegan, Vegetarian
Tasting Notes
Bright orange in appearance with aromas of candied orange and lemon peel and spice. The candied orange peel comes through in the flavour with a complex palate with fresh spiciness.
The Producer
The Cattin family arrived in Voegtlinshoffen, a small village famous for its wines since the Middle-Ages, in 1720. The tradition of father working with son has been passed down through the generations ever since. Today, the estate is run by Jacques senior and Jacques junior, with both closely involved in the winemaking process. At 50 hectares, this is one of the largest family-owned estates in Alsace. The local Grand Cru is the Hatschbourg, which is historically noted for the quality of its Muscat. The south-east facing slopes are located at 330 metres altitude, with deep, well-drained soils that deliver powerful, concentrated wines. From the small village of Steinbach, in the southern-most part of the region, comes a single vineyard Pinot Noir grown on iron-rich soils.
Vinification
Fully ripe grapes are hand-harvested in September and undergo whole bunch maceration for 48 hours to impart more flavour and texture. Fermentation takes place in old oak casks with a further aging on fine lees. This Pinot Gris is full-bodied, complex and rich and a great introduction to orange wines.
