Sophie Schaal - Alsace - Pinot Noir - Red - 2023

Wine:

A blend of old vines aged in French oak, the 2023 Alsace Pinot Noir Red offers supple texture and an abundance of fruit flavors, led by bright notes of sour cherry that evoke a joyful, Burgundy-like character. On the palate, the wine shows impressive substance, with lively, tangy fruit and silky tannins. The oak is discreet, giving structure without overshadowing the freshness and finesse. Beautifully balanced, this is a standout expression of Pinot Noir—at a remarkably fair price. Rated 93/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. The berries are carefully sorted and then fermented naturally. Aged in French oak barrels for 10 months.

Color:

Dark red with garnet highlights.

Nose:

Delicate aromas of black fruits, morello cherry, blackberry and cassis underscored by a hint of vanilla.

Palate:

This wine is supple, delicate and balanced, with good consistency and a beautiful expression of Pinot Noir with fruity acidity.

Temperature:

Serve at 14 to 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grilled veal chop, spiced pork stew, lamb tagine with prunes.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2029

Respected figures in the Alsace wine scene, Sophie and Julien Schaal embody the new generation of talent, steadily rising to the top of the region’s rankings.

Alongside their joint projects, Sophie Schaal produces her own wines—strikingly honest, finely detailed, and precision-driven. A technically gifted winemaker with experience in Burgundy, she brings an ultra-focused approach to her vinifications, designed to preserve the pure flavor expression of the fruit. Her meticulous attention to detail lets each site speak clearly, brought to life through a confident, minimalist organic range that gives every grape variety its full identity.