Notes:
Producer: Domaine Albert Mann is a family estate based in Wettolsheim, just outside Colmar in Alsace. The domaine brings together the Mann and Barthelmé families, both with long histories as winegrowers in the region, and today is run by the Barthelmé family. Albert Mann farms a diverse collection of vineyards across Alsace and has been a longtime practitioner of organic and biodynamic viticulture. The approach centers on careful farming and restrained cellar work, producing wines that emphasize freshness, balance and the character of Alsace’s varied soils.
Vineyard: The Pinot Blanc Auxerrois comes from approximately 30-year-old vines planted on marl-limestone soils with gravel. The 2024 bottling is a blend of 70% Auxerrois and 30% Pinot Blanc, with Auxerrois providing much of the wine’s breadth and ripe-fruit character while Pinot Blanc contributes freshness and balance. The 2024 growing season presented challenges, including significant rainfall during the summer, before conditions improved and allowed the fruit to reach maturity. The resulting wine combines ripe fruit and texture with a distinctly dry, fresh profile.
Winemaking: The fruit is farmed according to the domaine’s biodynamic approach and vinified to preserve the freshness and aromatic character of the two varieties. Fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts, followed by maturation on the lees. The wine is dry and generous without becoming heavy, balancing the naturally broader texture of Auxerrois with the freshness of Pinot Blanc. Aromatically, the 2024 shows ripe white peach and pear alongside floral notes of linden and acacia. The palate has breadth and a supple texture on entry, finishing fresh, savory and dry.
Technical Details: 70% Auxerrois, 30% Pinot Blanc; 2024 vintage; Alsace AOC; Wettolsheim, Alsace, France; approximately 30-year-old vines; marl-limestone and gravel soils; organic and biodynamic farming; indigenous-yeast fermentation; matured on the lees; dry white wine; 750ml.
Food Pairing: This is an especially versatile Alsace white for the table. Its combination of ripe fruit, moderate weight and fresh acidity works well with warm goat cheese tartine, quiche Lorraine, roast chicken, pork, sushi, shellfish, grilled fish and creamy vegetable dishes. It is also well suited to pâté, charcuterie and grilled vegetables. Soft and semi-firm cheeses make another natural pairing, particularly those mild enough to allow the wine’s white-fruit and floral character to remain prominent.
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