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Riesling Vignoble d'E Ostertag (Domaine) 2008

  • Citrus
  • Aperitif wine
  • Color: White
  • Biodynamics
  • 12.50% 
  • 0.75L
  • Intensity
  • Crisp

A great introduction to André Ostertag’s beloved Riesling, from biodynamically cultivated vines. More info

  • Quantity: 1 Bottle
  • Level: 1 into-neck
  • Label: 1 stained label
  • Origin: Private individual
  • Recoverable VAT: No
  • Country/Region: Alsace
  • Appellation/Wine: Riesling
  • Producer/Owner: Ostertag (Domaine)
  • More information....

Riesling Vignoble d'E Ostertag (Domaine) serve at a temperature of 12°C. It will pair perfectly with the following dishes: Sushis, Sashimis, Saumon grillé sur la peau.

  • Vintage score: 15/20
  • Lot presentation
    Riesling Vignoble d'E Ostertag (Domaine)

    The wine

    Vignoble d’E is a remarkable and eminenely drinkable Riesling and the perfect introduction OStertag’s unique interpretation of this variety, growing on the hills of Epfig. Following the latest demarcation issued by the INAO, some parcels of Domaine Ostertag have lost the right to the appellation Vignoble d’Epfig, hence why for some years this cuvée has borne the moniker Vignoble d’E. A wine for drinking young to savour its suppleness and delicately floral, spiced and fruit aromas.

    Information about domain Ostertag

    Located in Epfig, in the Lower-Rhine, the Domaine Ostertag ("Easter Day") has raised itself to the top of the hierarchy of Alsace properties in just two generations. Adolphe Ostertag created the Domaine in 1966. His son André took over in 1980, helped by his sister Annie. There are 15 hectares of vines, consisting of a hundred plots spread over five different terroirs. André Ostertag is in the habit of talking of the 80 gardens that he tends.
    Trained in Burgundy, André has made quality his priority. Controlled yields, careful management of the vines, meticulous vinification, and ageing partially in barrels (for the Pinot Gris). In 1997, he converted the vineyard to organic farming (with AB certification) and then to biodynamic methods (without certification). Riesling, of which André Ostertag is a big fan, accounts for nearly 50% of the property's vines. The other varieties, in decreasing proportions, are Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Sylvaner, Pinot Noir and Muscat. Different combinations of terroirs, grape varieties and levels of ripeness enable the Domaine to produce about twenty cuvées each year. André Ostertag classifies them in three main families: fruit wines (expressing the variety and grape flavours); stone wines (expressing the terroir); and vins de temps (which involve both meanings of the French word "temps" i.e. "weather" and "time", resulting in late ripening or noble rot).

    Detailed characteristics

    • Quantity: 1 Bottle
    • Level: 1 into-neck
    • Label: 1 stained 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: 12.50 %
    • Country/Region: Alsace
    • Appellation/Wine: Riesling
    • Producer/Owner: Ostertag (Domaine)
    • Vintage: 2008
    • Color: White
    • Service temperature: 12°
    • Viticulture: Biodynamics 
    • Intensity: Crisp
    • Dominant aroma: Citrus
    • Tasting occasion: Aperitif wine
    • Grape variety: 100% Riesling
    Riesling Vignoble d'E Ostertag (Domaine)
    Riesling Vignoble d'E Ostertag (Domaine)

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    Riesling Vignoble d'E Ostertag (Domaine) 2008

    iDealwine Price(1) corresponds to the hammer price and the buyer's premium charged by the auctioneer. (1)Bottle format