Alsace Riesling Grand Cru Schoenenbourg Domaine Trapet 2013

Located in Riquewihr, Domaine Trapet incarnates Andrée Trapet’s Alsatian roots and Jean-Louis’ Burgundian knowledge. Taken over by Andrée in the early 2000s, the 14 hectares include four grand crus: Sonnenglanz, Schoenenbourg, Sporen and Schlossberg, as well as plots around Beblenheim, Zellenberg and Hunawihr. Like in Burgundy, the vines are looked after using biodynamic practices with Demeter and Biodyvin certification. Since 2021, the plots of vines have been staked. Pierre and Louis Trapet create elegant, fine wines that were carefully vinified sometimes using maceration techniques and long ageing. A distinctive expression of the Alsace wine landscape, the wines are precise, flavourful and deeply rooted in the terroirs from which they come.
Pierre joined the team in 2017, followed by Louis in 2018, bringing with them new energy and a taste of experimentation. The vines, which are now staked, benefit from attentive work in the vineyard and a respectful approach the natural balance found there. In the winery, the family adapts their work and ageing time to each terroir, with a particular penchant for macerated wine. The Trapet style charms with its elegant, precise and deep wines, where the freshness, finesse and minerality of Alsace’s great terroirs shine brightly.

This cuvée is made entirely of Riesling. Duty and passion are the key words that motivate Andrée in her work on the domain. Located on a steep slope exposed to the south-east at 265-380 metres of altitude, the vines are cultivated over a limited surface area. The production of 7,500 bottles takes place over 1.3 hectares. The terroir is rich, diverse, and good at retaining water. The domain has been working biodynamically since 2003, and the grapes are harvested by hand. This grand cru is an excellent cellaring wine with powerful, floral aromas. The finish reveals a lightly citrusy character and a slight roundness. To serve at 12°C. Pair this marvellous Alsace cuvée with a regional dish like sauerkraut. Alternatively, it would be superb with a chicken curry!