About this wine
A step-up Pinot Gris from Bestheim's Réserve range, showing a pale to light gold color with apricot, yellow apple, and light citrus notes alongside a spicy, smoky nuance from fine lees aging. The palate is round, soft, ample and fleshy, with a clean, lingering, spice-driven mid-palate and just a hint of sweetness.
A richer, more textured Pinot Gris for those ready to move beyond entry-level Alsace whites.
Sommelier's Note
"The spice-driven, honeyed depth here shows exactly why Alsace Pinot Gris deserves more attention."
Food Pairings
Excellent with pork dishes, mushroom-based cuisine, cured meats, and spicy Asian food including sushi and shrimp dishes.
When to drink it
Dinner with pork or mushroom dishes, sushi pairing, gifting
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Pinot Gris
- Style
- White
- Price Range
- ¥3,200-4,600 (estimated, converted from EU/international retail price ~€12-16)
Terroir & Winemaking
Réserve-level selection with extended lees aging for added texture and spice character.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How is Premium Réserve different from a standard Pinot Gris?
- It benefits from extended lees aging, giving it a smoky, spicy nuance and a rounder, more textured palate than entry-level bottlings.
- Is it sweet or dry?
- It is not totally dry — it carries just a hint of sweetness balanced by spice and citrus notes.
- What food pairs well with it?
- It matches pork, mushroom dishes, cured meats, and even spicy Asian cuisine and sushi.
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