ClassificationAlsace Grand Cru Hengst, Steingrubler and Pfersigberg
VarietalsRiesling, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir
Hectares18 ha
OwnerSophie and Maxime Barmes
Founded1985
BiodynamicDemeter Certified
OrganicECOCERT
NeighbourhoodWettolsheim

Tip: The Hengst Pinot Noir is one of the first wines to take advantage of the 2022 Alsace Grand Cru Pinot Noir decree; Barmes-Buecher is the producer to start the tasting.

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Cheese with Domaine Barmes-Buecher wines

Munster Local tradition French Wikipedia and Je Visite Alsace both give this match: Gewurztraminer's aromatic power and full body stand up to the strength of the cheese, and its richness softens the pungent washed rind. Gewurztraminer, Alsace: Barmes Buecher Steingrubler Gewurztraminer
Bargkass Our pick Bargkass is mild and low in salt, tasting of hay and fresh grass. A dry Riesling's acidity lifts the supple, melting paste without covering its gentle summer-pasture flavour. Dry Riesling, Alsace: Barmes Buecher Hengst Riesling

Location

Address: 30 Rue Sainte-Gertrude, 68920 Wettolsheim, France, Alsace

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