Julien Meyer
Les Pucelles -Gewurz- 2023
Vin de France | Orange | 2023
The "Les Pucelles" cuvée is produced according to Patrick Meyer’s biodynamic principles. It undergoes extended skin contact with 50–60-year-old Gewürztraminer vines, natural fermentation without added sulfur, light clarification, and filtration through clay. It features an intense orange color, dense aromas, and a fresh, briny character. A deeply expressive, smooth, and balanced wine.
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Cuvée Profile
Powerful | Floral and spicy
Serving Recommendations
Serve between 10° and 12°
Aging Potential
5 to 10 years
Our Review of the Cuvée
The intense color is reminiscent of copper. On the nose, there is striking aromatic complexity: apricot, lychee, elderflower, ginger, and hints of chestnut. The overall impression is one of a very elegant, spicy, and briny freshness. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, textured, and powerful, while retaining a lovely liveliness. The finish subtly lingers with notes of dried orange peel and a refreshing acidity. The balance between richness and salinity makes this a very approachable wine, perfect as an aperitif or paired with lightly spiced dishes of Asian or Indian inspiration.
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In Alsace, Domaine Julien Meyer employs a biodynamic methodology, with particular attention paid to soil vitality and the natural balance of the grapes. Riesling, Sylvaner, and Gewurztraminer are vinified there with a focus on maximum transparency, often without added sulfur.
The vinification process favors limited interventions, allowing fermentations to express themselves freely. The wines may exhibit a slight fermentative texture, which is embraced as a stylistic component, while maintaining a vibrant profile and precise varietal expression. Aging is conducted over extended periods, imparting progressive depth without compromising the wines' profiles.
All the cuvées are distinguished by a pronounced and consistent personality, offering a direct and vibrant interpretation of the Alsatian terroirs. The domaine embraces a unique aesthetic, rooted in observation, patience, and respect for the natural rhythm of the wines.