Gentil - Famille Hugel 2023

Name: Gentil - Famille Hugel
Brand: Famille Hugel
SKU: CDV-152
Price: 18.35 EUR
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Famille Hugel

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Format: 75 cl

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18,35 €

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Technical information

Producer	Famille Hugel
Name	Gentil
Variety	Mischia varietale di Alsazia
Vintage	2023
Gradation	13.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Fresh, fruity, floral, citrus notes
Vinification method	Vinification in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature
Region	Alsace
Country	France
Type	White wine
Aging	Aging in the cellar until sale
Type of cask	Stainless steel tanks
Color	White
Serving temperature	8-10°C
Recommended consumption	Young, within 2-3 years
Pairing	Fish dishes, fresh cheeses, appetizers

Descrizione

Gentil - Famille Hugel is a white wine that elegantly represents the Alsatian tradition, where the combination of territory and grape varieties offers a unique sensory experience. Coming from the Alsace region, renowned for its winemaking vocation, this wine is a harmonious blend that combines several native grapes such as Riesling, Pinot Blanc, and Auxerrois, thus enhancing the typical characteristics of the territory and the cool climate that imparts freshness and vivacity to the final product.

Gentil stands out for careful aging, aimed at preserving its freshness and aromaticity. On the nose, it opens with delicate scents of white flowers, white-fleshed fruits, and light citrus notes, balanced by a mineral texture typical of Alsatian soils. On the palate, the tasting is harmonious, balanced between acidity and softness, with a persistence that invites further sipping.

This wine is ideal as an aperitif and pairs well with delicate fish dishes, carpaccios, and soft cheese, enhancing the nuances of each course without overpowering them. A refined expression of territory and style according to the Hugel family.

The winery

Famille Hugel – Winery in Alsazia

Discover the story and wines of Famille Hugel.

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.

Region: Alsazia

Country: Francia

Founded: 1639

Grapes: 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

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Winery history

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 recognitions

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.