Region
The Alsace region is a thin strip of steep hillside vineyards is located in northeast France. It is protected by the Vosges mountains to the west, Alsace is the driest region of France, a factor that compensates for the northerly location. Its wines were the first single varietals in France to be honoured with Appellation Controllée status 70 or more years ago. They are wines recognised for their rich aromatics and distinct character and are an ideal accompaniment with food
 
Producer
J-B Adam is one of the oldest estates in Alsace, with 19 ha of organic vineyard in the Haut Rhin village of Ammerschwir. The granite slopes of Grand Cru ‘Kaefferkopf’ provide the backdrop to the village and produce the estate’s unforgettable wines. 400 years on, J-B Adam remains in safe family hands, guided by the 14th generation of Adams, Jean-Baptiste and his daughters Laure, Pauline and Marie. Their progressive stewardship has seen the introduction of biodynamic principals and a ‘non-interventionist’ regime in the cellar (a natural process of slow pressing, wild fermentations and no filtration) that ensures wonderfully expressive, clean and complex wines.
 
Tasting Notes
Made by biodynamic harvesting, this 100% Pinot Auxerrois shows just what an amazing concentration can be achieved when made from vines of over 50 years age. The nose is powerful with aromatic notes of herbs intermingled with white flowers and fresh lemon. The palate is smooth and structured, warm and powerful resulting in an harmonious and balanced mouthfeel, and finishes fresh and fruity.
 
Food
A perfect match for pork and cold meats, pickled vegetables, Asian cuisine, as well as blue cheeses.