Domaine Weinbach 'Clos des Capucins' Pinot Noir 2023

Domaine Weinbach Pinot Noir ‘Clos des Capucins’ 2023

Region: Alsace – Kaysersberg, France
Appellation: Alsace AOC
Producer: Domaine Weinbach
Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2023
Alcohol: 13.3%
Residual Sugar: 0 g/l
Total Acidity: 4.9 g/l
Aging: 14 months in used 228L oak barrels and foudres
Production: 6,500 bottles
Certification: Organic and Biodynamic (Ecocert & Demeter)
Vineyard: Monopole Clos des Capucins – old vines on granite-rich soils

Description

Established in 1612 by Capuchin monks at the foot of the majestic Schlossberg hill, Domaine Weinbach is a historic and iconic force in Alsatian wine.

Since 1898, the Faller family has brought this extraordinary property to international acclaim, guided by a deep respect for nature and terroir. For over 20 years, they have practiced biodynamic viticulture, using it as a precise and conscious tool to interpret the complexity of Alsace’s singular landscapes — at the crossroads of France and Germany.

The Clos des Capucins Pinot Noir 2023 is a rare expression of delicacy and concentration, capturing the secret beauty of Alsace’s red wines. Sourced from old vines planted on silty-clay sand over granitic gravel in the estate’s monopole vineyard, the wine benefits from early and even ripening, which contributes to its aromatic precision and structural depth.

Vinification is meticulous:

• 20% whole cluster

• One week of cold pre-fermentation maceration

• Two weeks of classic maceration with native yeasts

• Natural malolactic fermentation

• 14 months aging in used 228L barrels and large foudres

On the nose: red berries and black cherries. The palate is supple, juicy, and polished, with silky tannins, refreshing texture, and a persistent, voluminous finish. A precise and captivating Pinot Noir.

Suggested Pairings

• Grilled white meats or delicate red meats

• Sweet-and-sour Asian-inspired dishes

• Dishes featuring wild mushrooms

• Artisanal charcuterie

• Refined vegetarian cuisine