Gustave Lorentz L’Ami des Crustaces Pinot Blanc Classique 2023

Founded in 1836, Gustave Lorentz is one of Alsace’s most respected family-owned wineries, located in the picturesque village of Bergheim. With a history spanning seven generations, the estate has consistently produced wines celebrated for their purity, elegance, and true expression of Alsatian terroir. The L’Ami des Crustacés ("Friend of Shellfish") Pinot Blanc Classique is specifically crafted to harmonise with seafood, highlighting the grape’s vibrant freshness and delicate minerality. The excellent 2023 vintage offers an expressive and refined example of Alsace’s classic Pinot Blanc style, capturing the essence of the region’s character.

Sourced from hillside vineyards surrounding Bergheim, the grapes benefit from mineral-rich clay-limestone soils and a temperate climate protected by the Vosges Mountains. These ideal conditions produce grapes with vibrant acidity, pronounced minerality, and fresh aromatics. Careful vineyard practices, gentle pressing, and temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel ensure fruit purity and varietal precision, preserving a crisp, elegant freshness ideally suited to complement seafood.

Appearance: Pale straw-yellow with luminous greenish hues, displaying exceptional clarity and brightness. The wine exhibits graceful transparency and delicate viscosity, gently coating the glass with refined, slow-forming legs.

Aroma: Fresh, expressive aromas of crisp green apple, ripe pear, and delicate citrus fruits harmonise beautifully with subtle floral notes of white blossom and honeysuckle. Delicate hints of wet stone minerality enhance aromatic complexity and freshness.

Taste: Vibrant, elegant palate showcasing fresh flavours of crisp apple, pear, and subtle lemon zest, complemented by nuances of white peach, gentle spice, and mineral freshness. Its lively acidity delivers impeccable balance and an enticing, refreshing mouthfeel.

Finish: Crisp, clean, and persistent finish, leaving lingering notes of orchard fruit, citrus zest, and gentle minerality. The finish remains vibrant, inviting further enjoyment.

Food Pairing: Excellent paired with fresh oysters, steamed mussels in white wine, or grilled prawns served alongside citrus aioli.