2023 Technical Specifications

Grape Varieties 100% Riesling
Classification Alsace Grand Cru Furstentum
Region Furstentum
Soil Calcareous
Vine Age Approximately 30 years
Tasting Notes Impressively ripe and concentrated, with fresh pineapple, orange zest, medium-bodied power, succulence and purity; compact, very long and intense finish.
Food Pairing Cod baked in parchment with spring vegetables and Thai broth; grilled lobster with mild spices; scallop carpaccio with citrus.

2022 Technical Specifications

Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 4 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Riesling
Classification Alsace Grand Cru Furstentum
Region Furstentum
Soil Calcareous soils
Pressing Method Whole-Cluster Pressing
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Unfined Yes
Production Details Grapes were harvested manually. Maturation on fine lees lasted several months. The wine is described as certified organic and biodynamic, with a recommended serving range of 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Dynamic structure with kumquat, yellow fruit, mango, fresh spices including pepper, linden and a long finish; the producer-published RVF summary additionally describes the wine as restrained, crystalline and marked by fine bitters.
Food Pairing Cod baked in parchment with spring vegetables and Thai broth; grilled lobster with mild spices; scallop carpaccio with citrus.
Critics Ratings 96

2021 Technical Specifications

Residual Sugar 2 g/L
Grape Varieties 100% Riesling
Classification Alsace Grand Cru Furstentum
Region Furstentum
Soil Brown calcareous soils composed of marl, Limestone and lower dogger sandstone, With approximately 45% active limestone.
Orientation South And Southeast
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details Parcel-based vinification with indigenous yeasts and minimal cellar intervention; sulfite additions were limited, and aggressive fining or filtration was avoided. Grapes were harvested manually with the picking date adjusted by parcel. Recommended serving range is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes James Suckling: ripe yellow fruit, lively acidity, chalk and a very long finish. Anne Krebiehl MW for Vinous: smoked pear, mossy, fragrant and lemon notes, fine astringency, freshness and depth. Bettane+Desseauve: mandarin and orange zest, dry character and ripe acidity. La RVF: citrus, dried flowers, purity, intensity and dynamic persistence.
Food Pairing Pan-fried pike-perch with Riesling-braised cabbage; Arctic-char tartare with radish and herb emulsion; steamed salsify with passion fruit; cream-based poultry dishes, delicate fish and seafood.
Critics Ratings James Suckling 96/100; Vinous 95/100; Bettane+Desseauve 95/100; La RVF 96/100

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Producer Information

Address
13 Rue du Château, 68920 Wettolsheim, France
Phone
+33 (0)3 89 80 62 00
Owner
Barthelmé family

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