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Gentil - Famille Hugel - Magnum 2023
Famille HugelSylvaner, Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Muscat Gentil 150 cl 2023
$52.01−8%($34.67/ℓ)
Recommended price: $56.81
Excise and customs charges incl. (EU, CH, US only)
Technical information
- Producer
- Famille Hugel
- Name
- Gentil
- Variety
- Sylvaner, Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Muscat
- Vintage
- 2023
- Gradation
- 13.5%
- Format
- 150 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Fresh, fruity, floral, spicy notes
- Vinification method
- Fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature
- Aging
- Short aging in steel
- Type of cask
- Wooden barrels and steel tanks
- Color
- White
- Serving temperature
- 8-10°C
- Recommended consumption
- Within 3-5 years
- Pairing
- Fish dishes, white meats, fresh cheeses
- Region
- Alsace
- Country
- France
- Production area
- Alsace
- Type
- White wine
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Gentil of Famille Hugel is an emblematic white wine from Alsace, a denomination renowned for its ability to best express the aromatic grape varieties of the region. Obtained from a balanced blend of typical Alsatian varieties such as Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Pinot Blanc, and Sylvaner, this cru represents the art of family winemaking that for generations has interpreted the unique terroir of this fertile land at the foot of the Vosges.
Gentil presents a fresh and fragrant aromatic profile, where floral notes intertwine with fruity sensations of green apple, white-fleshed fruit, and a slight spicy hint. On the palate, the drink shows a pleasant acidity, which gives vigor and finesse, accompanied by a juicy and well-balanced texture, capable of enhancing the characteristic minerality of the Alsatian soil.
Perfect to accompany dishes based on fish, shellfish, and fresh cheeses, Gentil of Famille Hugel is an ideal companion for those who wish to discover the complexity and versatility of Alsatian wines with a touch of elegance and freshness. The Magnum bottle further enhances the quality of the product, making it suitable for moments of conviviality and extended tastings.
Gentil presents a fresh and fragrant aromatic profile, where floral notes intertwine with fruity sensations of green apple, white-fleshed fruit, and a slight spicy hint. On the palate, the drink shows a pleasant acidity, which gives vigor and finesse, accompanied by a juicy and well-balanced texture, capable of enhancing the characteristic minerality of the Alsatian soil.
Perfect to accompany dishes based on fish, shellfish, and fresh cheeses, Gentil of Famille Hugel is an ideal companion for those who wish to discover the complexity and versatility of Alsatian wines with a touch of elegance and freshness. The Magnum bottle further enhances the quality of the product, making it suitable for moments of conviviality and extended tastings.
The winery
Famille Hugel
AlsaziaFranciaSince 1639
Historic family-run winery in Riquewihr (Alsace); renowned for its expression of the terroir in its dry wine ranges and for its late-harvest specialties.
- Grape varieties
- Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Muscat, Pinot Noir, Sylvaner
- Founded in 1639 and still family-run.
- Headquarters and cellars in the medieval village of Riquewihr.
- Approximately 30 hectares of estate-owned vineyards on terroirs primarily classified as Grand Cru.
- Distinctive range comprising the Classic, Tradition, Estate, Jubilee, Grossi Laüe and cuvée Vendanges Tardives / SGN lines.
- A pioneer in institutionalizing the standards for Vendanges Tardives and Sélection de Grains Nobles
The story
Winery founded by the Hugel family and rooted in Riquewihr; it has remained in the hands of the same family for generations. The estate is known for the role it played in defining the rules for Vendanges Tardives and Sélection de Grains Nobles in Alsace, and it preserves historic cellars and barrels in the medieval center of Riquewihr.
Production philosophy
Emphasizes the expression of the terroir and noble Alsatian grape varieties, with hand-harvested fruit and a range that spans from the more approachable "Classic" wines to high-end cuvées based on individual lieux-dits. The standard bottlings are generally dry; the special cuvées reflect the commitment to the quality and authenticity of the grape variety and the site.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards concentrated around the village of Riquewihr, with plots situated on prestigious terroirs, including parcels in the main lieux-dits/Grand Cru such as Schoenenbourg, Sporen and Pflostig; grapes are also acquired under contract from selected vineyards in the region.
Awards and recognition
Member of Primum Familiae Vini; historically recognized for its regulatory contribution to Vendanges Tardives and Sélection de Grains Nobles; cited among the great Alsatian maisons.
