{"product_id":"wolfberger-alsace-grand-cru-pinot-gris-rangen-de-thann-2012","title":"Wolfberger Alsace Grand Cru Pinot Gris Rangen de Thann 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eHoney, ripe fruits and sweet spices.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tLong and ripe fruit flavors, with apricot and badian hints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eThe Rangen Grand Cru is located in Thann, deep in the south of Alsace. Its particular soil is made of volcano-clastic rocks that drink up the heat of the day and send it back out again at night. The composition of the soil allows the roots of the vines to drink deeply from the mineral-rich sub-soil. Its southern exposure has the advantage of refreshing, drying winds in case of dampness. The high slopes are quite steep, reaching 68% in some places, requiring that the harvest be done by abseiling or roping down. Perfect for aging, these wines will reveal even more qualities after several years in the cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003ePair with duck honey and balsamic vinegar, foie gras, cheese like vacherin, comte 18 months, pork aigre douce (sweet and sour), dessert with apricot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eReview:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eEarth and undergrowth flavors are woven through the rich pear tones which begin to shine with great, slightly sweet ripeness when exposed to a little air. The phenolic texture provides a counterpoint, supported by lemony freshness. Lovely balance. -\u003cstrong\u003e 90 Points Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\"Wolfberger farms close to 10 acres in Rangen de Thann, where the warm, volcanic soils helped ripen, this pinot gris to its deep golden color and tropical fruit flavors of pineapple and mango. Its botrytis complexity provides richness, while a firm line of minerality keeps the wine cool and focused, with the stamina to age.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Magazine (December 2016), 91 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wolfberger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948882030639,"sku":"F1EE269027PGS","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/wolfrangenpglbl.jpg?v=1771485029","url":"https:\/\/timelesswinesdirect.com\/products\/wolfberger-alsace-grand-cru-pinot-gris-rangen-de-thann-2012","provider":"timelesswines.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}