Anne 2019 Domaine Marc Tempé

Riesling and Pinot Gris were harvested in September, pressed, fermented and aged for 24 months in foudle, and bottled in September 2021. A viscous golden green-yellow color with aromas of quince, freshly picked apricots, white pepper and dill. The attack, which is juicy and full of fruity sweetness, spreads the sweetness of ripe mandarin oranges, and the aftertaste is colored by the extract with increased volume and plenty of umami.

Domaine Marktempe is located in the southwestern village of Zellenberg, about 7 km from Colmar, in the center of southern Alsace. Alsace is the second driest region after Perpignan in southern France. The summer fields facing south are hot enough to burn a fried egg, so the grapes have a good sugar content. At an altitude of 225-260m, the clay-lime soil base, mixed with granite from the Vosges Mountains and yellowish limestone, is suitable for a variety of grape varieties and produces a full, mineral-rich taste. In early summer, the soil of Marc's fields emits an indescribably deep earthy scent. Weeds are growing vigorously, and the roots of the vines are filled with earthworm holes less than 1 cm in diameter. Yes, his field is biodynamic. With a total area of ​​8ha, he has been working on Biologic since 1993 and Biodynamic since 1996. It does nothing but help the vine grow to its full potential. If you look, you can see fat escargots (snails) on the trees. The number of creatures is a huge difference compared to nearby fields that use herbicides and chemical fertilizers. “Even the snails know what a delicious field is!” The grapes, which are fully exposed to the sun and have a sufficient sugar content, are sorted and harvested by hand in September. Gently press for 5-6 hours with the tufts and stems attached. "It's a gentle press that leaves a ladybug alive," he says. Marc's wine, which is made with natural yeast from the ground, has a bright and positive warmth.