Riesling Grand Cru Eichberg

2023

Technical characteristics

Alcohol: 12.5%

Residual sugar: 10 g/L

Acidity (tartaric): 7.5 g/L

Harvest: Hand-picked

Vinification

Pneumatic pressing, slow fermentation at controlled temperature to promote aromatic expression. Aged on fine lees. Bottled at the estate.

Terroir:

At the foot of the Three Castles, the Grand Cru Eichberg — meaning “oak hill” in French — is located on a south-east slope, between 220 and 340 meters above sea level. Its soil, composed of fairly clayey limestone conglomerates and rich in gravel, allows us to produce an exceptional Riesling.

Tasting notes

Appearance: Golden with silver highlights, bright and clear.

Nose: Very expressive, with a marked mineral backbone and a complex aromatic palette combining ripe peach, juicy pear and quince.

Palate: Broad and structured, fully expressing the character of the terroir: a taut, almost saline minerality supports precise stone fruit aromas. Citrus freshness refines the whole and stretches the finish.

Finish: Long, pure and vibrant, revealing all the energy of this great limestone terroir.

Ageing potential

Ideal to enjoy in its youth for its fruit and freshness. Can age up to 8 years in the cellar.

Serving temperature

Serve chilled, between 8 and 10°C

Food pairings

This Riesling Grand Cru Eichberg charms with its crystalline freshness and precise minerality. It pairs beautifully with fine fish like pan-seared sole or turbot, especially with light sauces featuring citrus or fresh herbs. It’s also a natural match for delicate shellfish – lobster, langoustines or lightly seared scallops. Its vibrant acidity balances rich textures and enhances briny flavours, for a pairing that’s both refined and full of character.