Pinot Gris 'Classic' Hugel 2024

The Pinot Gris “Tradition” by Hugel represents a particularly interesting interpretation of this popular grape variety, increasingly loved by the general public. It is a white wine of good structure, characterized by a remarkable balance between the rich aromatic profile and a pleasant freshness. In Alsace, Pinot Gris expresses itself at high qualitative levels, producing intense wines with good aging potential. The vinification, partially carried out in wood, allows Pinot Gris to achieve a full aromatic evolution, with floral, fruity, and delicately spiced aromas. Its enveloping character captivates from the very first sip. It is a label with a strong gastronomic vocation, particularly suitable for pairing with fish in sauce or delicate white meats.

The white Pinot Gris “Tradition” by Hugel is a wine always loved for its elegant character and good aging potential, with interesting aromatic evolutions. It is one of the symbolic grape varieties of Alsace and thanks to the cool climate of the area, it manages to express itself with extreme finesse, always maintaining a good degree of freshness. The 30 he estate's 30 hectares are managed with great attention to the surrounding environment, with the aim of bringing healthy and ripe grapes to the winery. Pinot Gris is cultivated in parcels characterized by soils predominantly composed of limestone and clays, located near the village of Riquewihr and south of Colmar. The Tradition version is an expression of the ancient savoir-faire of the domaine, based on a selection of the best vineyards, to propose a Pinot Gris for true connoisseurs.

The “Tradition” Pinot Grigio by Hugel is one of the flagship whites of the Alsatian winery, a faithful expression of a territory always suited for the cultivation of this noble grape variety. After the harvest operations are completed, the best bunches are gently pressed and sent for fermentation, part in stainless steel tanks and part in barrels, at a controlled temperature of 18-24°C. It matures for several months and is bottled without clarification and only after a light filtration. It presents itself with a bright light yellow color. The bouquet is rich and broad, with aromas of ripe yellow fruit, peach, apricot, soft honeyed notes, hints of spices, and licorice root. On the palate it is intense and elegant, aromatically harmonious and with a finish of great taste balance.