- Certified biodynamic
- 95% Pinot Noir, 5% Pinot Gris, Pinot Beurot, Pinot Blanc
- Granite terroir with light dry sand
- South facing
- 20-40+ year old vines
- 20% whole cluster
- Indigenous yeast
- Aged in 80% stainless steel, 20% older barrels for 12 months
- Zero SO2 added
- Unfined and unfiltered
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2022
Country:
France
Region:
Alsace
Appellation:
Alsace
Variety:
Pinot Noir
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Certified Biodynamic
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | FR-DES-14-22 | 12/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
Vinous
Score
92
Date
2024-05-07
"The 2022 Rouge Saint Hippolyte is a pure Pinot Noir, even though there are about 5% white Pinot grapes in this massal selection. This is a small production from a tiny parcel with an average annual output of just 2,000 bottles, planted on decomposed granitic soils with fissures that allow for just an inkling more water retention. The nose is alive with tart red berry fruit, some smoky almond and peony petal—vividly fresh and aromatic. The palate carries these flavors right over, adding tannins that are reminiscent of the firm weave of Atlas silk. Fine acidity pervades and strikes an elegant balance. A touch of white pepper appears on the silky finish. (Bone-dry)"