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Meyer-Fonné - Alsace Gewurztraminer Late Harvest Grand Cru Kaefferkopf 2018 (50cl)

Meyer-Fonné - Alsace Gewurztraminer Vendanges Tardives Grand Cru Kaefferkopf 2018 (50cl)

2*Coup de Coeur

Hachette

Gewürztraminer
wealthy
harmonious
cheeses

The estate's wine list features several sweet wines from various terroirs. This one, produced in a very early year (harvested in mid-October for this 2018 vintage), earned the estate its sixth "coups de cœur" award. While this golden yellow wine attracts with its overripe nose, with notes of yellow and exotic fruits, compote, even candied, it is on the palate that it reveals all its qualities: its perfectly smooth texture and richness are balanced by a touch of acidity that gives it superb harmony." (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2022)

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Estate

Domaine Meyer-Fonné

Vintage

Gewurztraminer Vendanges Tardives Grand Cru Kaefferkopf

Vintage

2018

Designation

Alsace Kaefferkopf Grand Cru

Region

Alsace

Grape varieties

100% Gewurztraminer

Terroirs

Clay-limestone-sandstone soils

Viticulture

In conversion to organic farming

Grape harvest

Manuals

Wine making

Slow pneumatic pressing, fermentation over several weeks

Livestock farming

12 months on fine lees in large oak barrels

Alcohol content

13.5%

Residual sugars

99 g/l

Eye

Golden yellow color

Nose

Expressive, very fruity, notes of exotic fruits, lemon, and pineapple, floral (elderflower) and honeyed touches

Mouth

Rich and smooth, well-balanced, lovely freshness on the finish, already very enjoyable and likely to age well.

Serve

At 10-12°C

Drink before

2027

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Pair with an aperitif, a cheese platter, tangy sweets, or Asian cuisine...

More information on Domaine Meyer-Fonné

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Hachette Wine Guide

Guide Hachette des vins

Wine noted (guide 2022) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)

About wine:

The estate's wine list features several sweet wines from various terroirs. This one, produced in a very early year (harvested in mid-October for this 2018 vintage), earned the estate its sixth "coups de cœur" award. While this golden yellow wine attracts with its nose marked by overripeness, with notes of yellow and exotic fruits, compote, even candied, it is on the palate that it reveals all its qualities: its perfectly smooth texture and richness are balanced by a touch of acidity that gives it superb harmony.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated estate (2023 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).

About the estate:

In just a few years, Félix Meyer has built up a solid reputation in Alsace. This is no coincidence: the viticulture is of high quality, with closely monitored yields, and the wines are vinified on fine lees in large casks. Having joined the family estate in 1992, Félix has skillfully revealed the granite terroirs of Katzenthal. Don't overlook his Gewurztraminer, which is not at all heavy and has a crystalline purity that seduces even detractors of this often overly sweet grape variety. The estate expanded by 3.5 hectares in 2019, and in 2021 it obtained organic certification.

James Suckling

James Suckling

Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended

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