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Riesling Weinbach (Domaine) Schlossberg Selection de Grains Nobles Weinbach 1995

  • Citrus
  • Gastronomic wine
  • Color: White
  • Biodynamics
  • 10% 
  • 0.38L
  • Intensity
  • Crisp

A magnificent elegant Riesling with a delicate aroma profile. A great introduction to the superb wines produced by this domaine. More info

  • Quantity: 1 Half-bottle
  • Level: 1 into-neck
  • Label: 1 very slightly marked label, 1 very slightly damaged label
  • Origin: Private individual
  • Recoverable VAT: No
  • Country/Region: Alsace
  • Appellation/Wine: Riesling
  • Producer/Owner: Weinbach (Domaine)
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Riesling Weinbach (Domaine) Schlossberg Selection de Grains Nobles Weinbachserve at a temperature of 9°C. It will pair perfectly with the following dishes: Langouste, Gratin de fruits de mer, Darne de saumon poché.

  • Vintage score: 12/20
  • Lot presentation
    Riesling Weinbach (Domaine) Schlossberg Selection de Grains Nobles Weinbach

    The wine

    Although these Riesling grapes – grown on the famed Schlossberg terroir – are harvested almost overripe, this fruit-forward cuvée retains its elegance and delicate aromas. Somewhat nervous in the mouth with a fine long finish, it pairs excellently with fish or goats cheese. A truly exceptional Riesling cuvée.

    Information about domain Weinbach

    One of the most beautiful properties in Alsace, the Weinbach vineyard covers just over 26 hectares. The Capuchin monks produced a wine from the early 17th century on the historic terroir of the Clos des Capucins (5 hectares enclosed by walls). Sold as a national asset in the French Revolution, the property was acquired in 1898 by the Faller brothers, who passed it on to their son and nephew, Théo. A major figure in French viticulture and an ardent defender of Alsace's vineyards, largely responsible for their being granted AOC status, Théo Faller died in 1979. His wife Colette and her daughters Catherine and Laurence took charge of the property and continued to build its reputation; it is now known all over the world. Located at the base of the majestic Schlossberg hill, it benefits from an exceptional position that has all of the geological and climate characteristics usually associated with Alsace's finest wines. The vineyard is tended with a deep respect for nature and with a view to expressing each terroir. The harvests are delayed until optimal ripeness; after rigorous selection the grapes are gently, progressively pressed, followed by long fermentations in old oak casks. The property produces successful generic cuvées, but really stands out for its grandes cuvées, named after members of the family, and associated with each terroir.

    Detailed characteristics

    • Quantity: 1 Half-bottle
    • Level: 1 into-neck
    • Label: 1 very slightly marked label, 1 very slightly damaged label
    • Origin: Private individual
    • Type of cellar: Classic underground cellar
    • Recoverable VAT: No
    • Original Wooden Case / Original Case: No
    • French customs seal: yes
    • Alcohol percentage: 10 %
    • Country/Region: Alsace
    • Appellation/Wine: Riesling
    • Producer/Owner: Weinbach (Domaine)
    • Vintage: 1995
    • Color: White
    • Service temperature:
    • Viticulture: Biodynamics 
    • Intensity: Crisp
    • Dominant aroma: Citrus
    • Tasting occasion: Gastronomic wine
    • Grape variety: 100% Riesling
    Riesling Weinbach (Domaine) Schlossberg Selection de Grains Nobles Weinbach
    Riesling Weinbach (Domaine) Schlossberg Selection de Grains Nobles Weinbach

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