
Jean Luc Mader, Pinot Blanc
Blend of 15% Pinot Blanc on the lieu-dit Helfant in Hunawihr, a east facing sandstone slope. And 85% of Pinot Auxerrois on heavy clay soil at the east side of the village. Pinot Blanc Helfant provides the acid backbone and the length to the wine whereas the Pinot Auxerrois on the clay provide the fruitiness and the texture. All the vineyard is grow organically without any chemical. Certified by Ecocert since 2007.
Winery: Domaine MaderAppellation: Alsace
Average age of vines: 35 Years Old
Farming Methods: Organic
Maturation: Traditional, Whole bunch press and natural fermentation. Lies contact during 8 month. 15% in oak, 80% in tank.
Soil: Clay and Sandstone
Varietal: 15% Pinot Blanc, 85% Pinot Auxerrois
Vineyard Orientation: East
Vineyard Size: 11 ha