La Grange de l'Oncle Charles 'Le Chemin d'à Côté' 2022
4.5
HK$480
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character From the dramatic, sun-drenched slopes of Alsace, the 2022 La Grange de l'Oncle Charles 'Le Chemin d'à Côté' showcases the exceptional depth of this warm, dry vintage. The growing season's intense summer heat resulted in superb fruit concentration, while the estate’s meticulous biodynamic practices preserved a striking, linear acidity. This rare orange wine is crafted from field blends rooted in complex clay-limestone soils, a terroir that imparts a profound mineral tension and structural elegance to the finished blend.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing This expressive skin-contact white unfolds with enticing aromas of dried apricot, bruised orchard fruit, orange blossom, and wild mountain herbs. On the palate, it reveals a beautifully textured mouthfeel with fine, tea-like tannins, vibrant acidity, and a salty, lingering finish. To highlight its complex texture and savory profile, pair this versatile wine with Cantonese crispy roast pork belly, roasted duck breast with cherry reduction, or a platter of aged Comté cheese.
Winery Background Established in 2014 by Jérôme François, La Grange de l'Oncle Charles is a benchmark for artisanal Alsace winemaking. Working entirely under biodynamic principles, François utilizes draft horses to plow the soils and avoids all synthetic treatments. This micro-cuvée undergoes spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and skin contact, followed by gentle aging in neutral oak without fining, filtration, or added sulfites, capturing the purest essence of the vine.