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Domaine Gross, Rhapsodie, 2022
Domaine Gross, Rhapsodie, 2022
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A family-owned winery in Gueberschwihr, Alsace, founded in the 1950s by Louis and Henri Gross, and currently managed by Rémy and Vincent Gross. The estate focuses on biodynamic farming across 10 hectares of limestone and marl-limestone slopes, specializing in aromatic white wines, long-macerated "orange" wines, and sparkling Crémant d'Alsace.
The estate operates under strict biodynamic principles, focusing on natural balance in the vineyard to achieve aromatic purity. Since 2016, the domaine has specialized in skin-macerated wines (orange wines) inspired by Friuli, alongside traditional Crémant. They use spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts and avoid additives.
Skin-contact white (Orange wine). The 2022 vintage typically undergoes approximately two weeks of gentle skin maceration to achieve a balance between fruit and spice. Fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged on lees in old oak barrels. Bottled unfined and unfiltered with no added sulphites (or extremely low levels, typically <15 mg/L).
Nose: An "explosive" bouquet featuring white flowers, candied citrus, and exotic fruits like lychee and mango, complemented by subtle notes of black tea and chamomile.
Palate: The wine is textured and structured with noble bitterness and fine tannins from the skin contact. It maintains a vibrant salinity and a "peppery" finish.
Grape: Riesling
Region: Alsace
Alcohol: 13%
