Albert Mann Pinot Noir Hengst Grand Cru 2022

A historic release, 2022 marks the first time Hengst can claim grand cru status for Pinot Noir in Alsace. Dark cherry and ripe plum open things up, but the story here is restraint: Hengst's inherent power is held in check by superfine tannins and a lively freshness that keeps the wine from tipping into heaviness. A trace of cocoa drifts through the background. Velvety in texture yet precise, with genuine elegance running beneath the considerable weight. Drink from 2027 through 2038.