Vintage Character The 2023 Domaines Schlumberger Alsace 'Les Princes Abbés' Pinot Gris offers a stellar reflection of its historic southern Alsace terroir. A warm growing season punctuated by timely rainfall allowed the grapes to achieve optimal phenolic ripeness while retaining vibrant acidity, resulting in a beautifully balanced vintage. Grown on steep, sun-drenched terraced slopes featuring sandstone and volcanic soils around Guebwiller, this estate-grown white wine gains its distinct structural focus and persistent minerality from these iconic hillside sites.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing The glass reveals luscious aromas of golden pear, yellow peach, honeycomb, and a hint of white pepper with subtle smokiness. On the rich, full-bodied palate, ripe stone fruit flavors are framed by vibrant acidity and a creamy texture, driving toward a long, dry, refreshing finish. This versatile Pinot Gris pairs wonderfully with pan-seared sea scallops in lemon-herb butter, roasted pork tenderloin with glazed apples, or Cantonese steamed dim sum.
Winery Background Established in 1810, Domaines Schlumberger remains one of Alsace’s most revered family-owned estates, honoring centuries of viticultural heritage symbolized by the local Abbey Princes. Utilizing sustainable farming, low yields, and meticulous hand-harvesting across dramatic steep slopes, the winery prioritizes absolute quality and environmental respect. Winemaking relies on gentle whole-bunch pressing and slow, controlled fermentation in neutral vats with fine lees aging to express purest varietal character and benchmark Alsatian elegance.