Léon Beyer Pinot Gris 2019 brings the dry, gastronomic style of Alsace in a convenient 0.375L half bottle. This Pinot Gris comes from the house's Classique range, where the grape variety, soil, and location must remain clearly recognizable. With 13.5% alcohol, only 2 g/l residual sugar, and 91 points from both Wine Spectator and Vinous, this is a serious Alsatian white wine for the table.
Léon Beyer operates from Eguisheim, a historic wine village southwest of Colmar in Alsace.
• Location / Origin: The wine comes from Alsace AOC, where Pinot Gris is one of the classic grape varieties. Alsace is known for white wines with ripe fruit, spice, and gastronomic versatility.
• Exposure: The vineyards have a south and southeast exposure. This ensures the grapes receive sufficient sun to ripen fully, while maintaining Alsatian freshness.
• Soil: Limestone and clay form the base for this Pinot Gris. Limestone provides tension and length, while clay contributes to body and roundness.
• Vineyard: The vines are on average 25 to 35 years old. This age gives the wine extra concentration and more depth in its structure.
The Classique range of Léon Beyer focuses on dry wines with fresh fruit, body, and clear grape expression.
• Dry style: With 2 g/l residual sugar, this Pinot Gris remains crisp and dry. This allows the full structure of the grape to shine without the wine feeling sweet.
• Alcohol percentage: With 13.5% alcohol, the wine has enough body to carry the rich Pinot Gris style. This aligns well with Léon Beyer's gastronomic signature.
• Balance: The style combines ripe fruit with well-preserved acidity. This keeps the wine rich and full, yet lively enough for hearty dishes.
This Alsatian white wine is made entirely from Pinot Gris.
• 100% Pinot Gris – Alsace: Pinot Gris gives this wine its full body, soft texture, ripe peach, pear, almond, and subtle spice. In Alsace, the grape often yields more powerful and gastronomic wines than Pinot Grigio from cooler or lighter styles.
