White

Mambourg Grand Cru Pinot Gris

Pierre Sparr

Alsace · France

Fact sheet

Type
White
Grape
Pinot Gris
Country
France
Region
Alsace
Appellation
Mambourg Grand Cru
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Sweetness
off-dry

Food pairing

seafood · strong cheeses · white meats · dishes with sweet spices

Rated vintages

  • 201592 pts

    Ripe notions of juicy pear and hay flowers have a lovely zesty edge on the nose. The palate confirms this with concentrated counterpoints of honeyed fruit and bright citrus zestiness. This is full on and rich, and a touch of residual sweetness gives this extra heft and convictio…

  • 201289 pts

    A closed nose leads to a very fruity, off-dry palate of rich pear flavors: juicy and ripe but tinged with more grounded notes of fresh earth. This is flowing and rounded but fresh and beautifully textured.

  • 201189 pts

    A sweet Gewurz, full of quince, lychee, honey, spice and a light touch of acidity. Ripe and full bodied, it shows tropical flavors, a touch of acidity and a full and rounded aftertaste. This wine will become richer as it ages; it's almost ready to drink, but will be better after…