TASTING NOTES FOR Joseph Cattin Pinot Gris Alsace France 2023

🍷 Appearance
Bright pale gold with a soft, luminous sheen. Clean and inviting in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Rich and expressive, showing ripe apricot, honeyed pear and subtle beeswax, layered with baking spice and a gentle smoky edge.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and beautifully textured, delivering flavours of ripe pear, apricot and lemon curd with a touch of spice. There’s a lovely balance between fruit richness and freshness, with a slightly off-dry feel.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and rounded with a creamy mouthfeel. The finish is long, gently spicy and lingering, with a fresh yet softly rich conclusion.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Alsace Pinot Gris—rich, aromatic and textural. Combines ripe fruit, subtle sweetness and spice with enough freshness to keep it balanced and highly food-friendly.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast pork, duck, Asian cuisine (especially Thai or Chinese dishes), creamy pastas, or rich cheeses. Also excellent with spiced dishes and charcuterie.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A fuller, more indulgent Pinot Gris—textural, flavoursome and seriously versatile with food. A great addition to mixed dozens when you want something with a bit more richness and personality.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷