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Alsace Gentil Hugel
2022
$18.15
The culture of the vine has been practiced in Alsace for more than 2000 years. We find traces of the first Hugels in Alsace as early as the 15th century, and some two centuries later, Hans Ulrich Hugel settled in Riquewihr in 1639 and took the head of the powerful Corporation des Vignerons. During the 18th and 19th centuries, the Hugels were recognized as great winegrowers. In 1902, Frédéric Emile Hugel left the old family property to settle in the center of Riquewihr, where the heart of the...
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The perfect introduction to Hugel Family wines: GENTIL "HUGEL" revives an Alsatian tradition where blends of noble grape varieties were called "Gentil" combining the smooth and spicy side of Gewurztraminer, the body of Pinot Gris, the finesse of Riesling, the fruitiness of Muscat and the thirst-quenching side of Sylvaner.
A single racking and light filtration before bottling in spring then aging in bottles in our cellars.
Light color with green reflections with a beautiful crystalline shine. Fresh bouquet, aromas of green apples, pear, lychee, passion fruit and rose. On the palate, dry, tender, melted and harmonious with an elegant finish. Pairings with oysters, sushi, marinated fish and spicy cuisines.
Very fresh with notes of sliced pears, lemons and white peaches plus a touch of white pepper spice and chamomile. It’s medium- to full-bodied with bright acidity and a phenolic touch. Dry. Blend of 33% gewurztraminer, 30% sylvaner, 17% pinot blanc, 7% riesling, 7% pinot gris and 6% muscat. Drink now.
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