A persistent string of fine bubbles around the glass. An open nose gives off scents of apples, vanilla, cinnamon and lime-tree. Finely structured. On the palate it is rounded and easy to drink, with a fresh, fruity finish.
90 Points, Wine Enthusiast “Bright fresh notes of greengage and lemon play on the nose. The palate has the same zippy fruit flavors which are ripe but remain resolutely fresh. The mousse is frothy and lively, accentuating the lemony brightness even more against a more mellow autolytic background. A wonderfully balanced dry fresh apéritif.”
This is a winery that has meticulous attention to detail and an historic commitment to quality. Such traditions meant that it was a no-brainer for the estate’s 28 hectares (70 acres) to become both biodynamic (Demeter) and organic (Ecocert) certified, demonstrating that no chemical or synthetic products are used.
Domaine Murés total production is not vast but it is still considered sizeable for the Alsace region. The 70 acres of family estates have been farmed organically since 1999, with priority given to hand tilling and to dense planting (about 10,000 plants per hectare or 2.5 acres), which encourages the vines to put down deep roots and stimulates biological activity in the soil.
25% Pinot Blanc, 25% Pinot Auxerrois, 15% Riesling, 25% Pinot Gris, 10% Pinot Noir.