A pure, crystalline expression of Alsace Riesling. This wine showcases the grape variety's hallmark characteristics: electric acidity, pronounced citrus aromas, and an unmistakable mineral backbone. The nose leaps from the glass with lemon, lime, and green apple, while the palate is bone-dry and laser-focused. An exceptional food wine that will age gracefully.
Crystal clear with a vibrant, youthful appearance. The pale colour with green tints is typical of cool-climate Riesling and suggests freshness and vitality.
The nose is immediately captivating—a burst of citrus that practically leaps from the glass. Fresh lemon zest dominates, supported by tart Granny Smith apple and a whisper of lime peel. There's a lovely purity here, with delicate white peach emerging as the wine opens. A subtle floral note, reminiscent of orange blossom, adds complexity. Beneath the fruit lies the telltale mineral signature of Alsace sandstone—a wet stone, almost petrichor quality that speaks of terroir.
Intensity: Pronounced | Condition: Clean, pure, expressive
Flavours: Zesty citrus, green apple, white peach, pronounced minerality, hint of wet stone
Finish: Long, crisp finish with lingering citrus and mineral notes
Quality: Very Good - classic Alsace Riesling purity
Alsace sits in the rain shadow of the Vosges mountains, giving it one of France's driest climates. The sandstone (grès) soils impart a distinctive mineral character to the wines. Cool nights preserve acidity while warm, sunny days develop aromatic intensity. This is one of the world's great regions for Riesling.