Lot presentation

Riesling Grand Cru Eichberg Martin Schaetzel (Domaine) 2012

The wine

To produce this wine, the grapes are harvested by hand, then ferment for 7 months before being raised on fine lees. The wine has a golden colour with notes of ripe white fruits and citrus fruits on the nose. The mouth is balanced between the ripeness of the fruit and the minerality of the terroir. Fresh; a great pairing for noble fish or Thai cuisine.

About the Producer Martin Schaetzel

Maison Martin Schaetzel, who had been producing wines since 1852, was bought by businessman Marc Rinaldi in 2015 and has since been rechristened Domaine Martin Schaetzel by Kirrenbourg. Jean Schaetzel is stil present in the cellar and the decision to convert to biodynamic farming is very much in line with these vintners' profound respect for the singularity of the Alsatian terroir. This domaine stretches over 9 hectares, prominenelty featuring the Schlossberg and Brand Grand Crus which cover 7 hectares alone. The real raison d'être of this domaine is to elevate Pinot Noir and Riesling: two of the most iconic Alsatian grape varieties.