Pinot Gris Selection de Grains Nobles
⏳ Drinking Window
2025 - 2045
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Classic pan-seared foie gras, artisanal blue cheeses such as Roquefort or Stilton, and fruit-based desserts like traditional French tarte Tatin.
✨ Technical Specifications
Wolfberger, established in 1902 in the historic village of Eguisheim, is a cornerstone of Alsatian winemaking heritage. Their Pinot Gris Selection de Grains Nobles represents the absolute pinnacle of sweet wine craftsmanship in Alsace. This rare nectar is produced only in exceptional years when the autumn weather permits the development of Botrytis cinerea, or noble rot. Hand-harvested in successive passes through the vineyards to select only the most shriveled, sugar-concentrated berries, this wine pays homage to the legendary history of Pinot Gris in the region—once historically referred to as Tokay d'Alsace. The dry, sunny microclimate created by the rain shadow of the Vosges Mountains allows the grapes to develop rich, honeyed flavors of dried apricot, quince, and exotic spices, all balanced by Alsace's signature vibrant acidity.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1902 in the historic village of Eguisheim, Wolfberger was established when visionary local winegrowers united to create one of Alsace's most prominent and influential cooperative houses. A pioneer in regional innovation, the producer played an instrumental role in the official establishment of the Crémant d'Alsace AOC in 1976, harmonizing centuries-old regional tradition with modern winemaking precision. Wolfberger carefully oversees a vast mosaic of Alsace terroirs, emphasizing sustainable viticulture and meticulous parcel selection. The house is widely acclaimed for its classic single-varietal expressions—including aromatic Gewurztraminer, mineral-driven Riesling, and structured Pinot Noir—alongside elegant Crémant sparkling wines, lusciously concentrated Vendanges Tardives, and traditional fruit brandies.