Vignoble des 2 Lunes Pinot Gris Selinite 2018 Alsace - 6 Bottles

Winery Information Vignoble des 2 Lunes is a family-run, Demetercertified biodynamic estate in Alsace, now in its seventh generation under Amélie and Cécile Buecher. They cleared synthetic sprays in 1997 and earned biodynamic certification in 2007. Their work includes composting, horse-ploughing, and vinifying by lunar calendarusing native yeasts and minimal sulphur at bottling. Vineyards amp Vintage Conditions The Sélénite Pinot Gris grapes come from family plots in Obermorschwihr and Voegtlinshoffen, lying on claylimestone soils under a semicontinental climate. These sites offer crisp daynight temperature shifts, ideal for maintaining natural acidity. The fruit is handharvested and gently wholecluster pressed pneumatically  Winemaking Fermentation takes place in stainless steel under traditional methods, starting with whole clusters before pressing. The wine is aged for 12 months in oak, then bottled with minimal sulphur at bottling . It is fully biodynamic and certified Demeter, with no interventions apart from biodynamic protocols. Tasting Notes Appearance Pale yellow Nose Toasted bread, light spice, delicate stone fruit Palate Rounded, harmonious, and concentratedbalanced with a gentle sweetness, yet lively and fresh  Finish Smooth, medium length, clean, with a fine mineral thread Food Pairing Pairs wonderfully with rich or spiced dishes thanks to its weight and zest. Great with Pork and white meats Tajines or curry dishes e.g. veal curry with coconut Fatty or sauced fish Foie gras or sushi Recipes like potatoes soufflé with aged Comté or scampi simmered in saffron Desserts walnut tart with salted caramel sauce