Technical presentation
| Bottling : | In 1997 |
|---|---|
| Acquired alcohol : | 11.8° |
| Residual sugar : | 15.0 g/l |
| Total acidity : | 3.9 g/l H2SO4 |
| pH : | 3.5 |
| Yield : | 54 hl/ha |
| Grape variety : | 25% Muscat Ottonel, 75% Muscat d'Alsace |
| Terroir : | Grand Cru Goldert |
| Sweetness index : | 2 |
| Soil : | East facing, Oolithic calcareous |
Description of the wine Muscat Grand Cru Goldert 1996
Made from a blend of 25% Ottonel and 75% muscat d’Alsace. The pure calcareous soil and late ripening climate of the Goldert has always had a strong potential for these grape varieties. Although harvested at a good maturity with healthy grapes, the Goldert posses a good acidity and some roundness. It deserve some ageing.
The Goldert Grand Cru of Gueberschwihr
The Goldert of Gueberschwihr is the only locality in Alsace where the geological substratum is composed solely of marine oolithic limestone. Traditionally, the majority of the Goldert is planted to Gewurztraminer and Muscat. These grape varieties are reputed for producing wines with great finesse, structure and a discreet, however complex, bouquet.