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Pinot Noir Altenbourg

The 2020 Domaine Weinbach Pinot Noir Altenbourg has earned its place in The World of Fine Wine’s handpicked collection of tasting notes, featuring insights from the world’s foremost wine authorities. Explore in-depth commentary from wine experts Andrew Jefford, Catherine Petrie and Jasper Morris on Pinot Noir Altenbourg - an internationally acclaimed red from Alsace.
Pinot Noir Altenbourg
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Wine Name
Pinot Noir Altenbourg

Wine Producer
Domaine Weinbach

Score
89

Wine Style
Red

Grape Type
Pinot Noir

Country
France

Vintage
2017

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Andrew Jefford: Clear and translucent garnet-red. Relatively secondary already, with the strawberryish red fruits now subsumed by something a little more mushroom-like and earthy. Attractive, though some drinkers might wish the fruits had held their aromatic presence a little longer. On its own terms, though, complex and resonant. Vivid, supple, full, and long, with a delicious cascade of ripe plum, strawberry, and red-apple fruits on the palate. The acidity is lively, and there are some supple framing tannins, too, to lend a little grip. Delicious, in resonantly ripe, soft, and enticing style. | 91

Jasper Morris: A clean, pure, medium-deep color. The bouquet has an agreeable light red fruit that continues on to the palate where the oak is just a little bit too present. There is plenty of fruit but the balance with the oak has not been judged quite perfectly. | 86

Catherine Petrie: Medium garnet with a pale rim. A light, fragrant nose of wild strawberries and leafy freshness suggest a simple, light, and easy palate to follow. The tannins are delicate and well-balanced with the acidity. Gentle and pleasant, not overly complex, but with a sweetness at its core that complements its aromatic style. Elegant and fine. | 90

Details

Wine expert Andrew Jefford
Catherine Petrie
Jasper Morris
Tastings year 2020
Region Alsace
AppellationAOC
% Alcohol By Volume13.5
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