Domaine Albert Mann Pinot Noir 'Grand P' 2021

Domaine Albert Mann Pinot Noir ‘Grand P’ 2021 is a light-bodied red wine from Wettolsheim, Alsace, France, crafted solely from select Pinot Noir grapes. It reveals inviting aromas of fresh red cherries, wild strawberries, and subtle floral notes. On the palate, enjoy bright acidity, fine tannins, and a graceful structure, culminating in an elegant, lingering finish.

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Type: Red Wine
Style: Light-bodied
Grape Varietal: Pinot Noir
Tastes Like: Red cherry, wild strawberry, delicate floral hints, faint spice
Alcohol Percentage: 13% (approx.)
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: AOC Alsace
Region: Alsace, France
Terroir: Predominantly limestone and clay soils
Aging: Maturation in French oak barrels for added depth and subtle oak influence
Serving Temperature: 14–16°C – Lightly chilled or slightly below room temperature

Domaine Albert Mann is a family-run estate in Wettolsheim, Alsace, lauded for its sustainable and biodynamic vineyard management. The 'Grand P' Pinot Noir emerges from carefully tended vines, showcasing both the variety's refined fruit profile and the distinctive mineral aspects of Alsatian terroir.

Seafood: Seared salmon or tuna steaks with a light seasoning.
Poultry: Roast duck breast with a cherry sauce, or chicken coq au vin style.
Vegetarian: Truffle-infused mushroom risotto or beetroot tart with goat's cheese.
Meat: Pork tenderloin with herbs or lightly seasoned veal medallions.

Morbier: Semi-soft and aromatic, complementing the wine's bright fruit.
Brie: Mild and creamy, enhancing the wine's red berry notes.
Camembert: Earthy and soft, harmonising with the wine's floral undertones.
Epoisses: Bold and rich, offering a contrasting savoury backdrop to the Pinot's light body.

Lapin au Pinot Noir (Rabbit in Pinot Noir)

Ingredients:

• 1.2kg rabbit pieces (legs, shoulders, or cut into chunks)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 150g mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup Pinot Noir ('Grand P' recommended)
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat butter and olive oil in a heavy-based casserole dish over medium-high heat. Season the rabbit pieces with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same dish, sauté onion, garlic, carrot, and mushrooms until lightly browned.
3. Deglaze with the Pinot Noir, scraping up any browned bits at the bottom of the dish. Return the rabbit to the pot and add the chicken stock and thyme.
4. Bring to a gentle simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 45 minutes or until the rabbit is tender.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
6. Enjoy with a lightly chilled glass of Domaine Albert Mann Pinot Noir 'Grand P' 2021 for a quintessential French dining experience.