Alsace Gewurztraminer Rimelsberg 2019

Sweet wine

Grape variety
100% Gewurztraminer

Vineyard
Old vines: 30 to 40 years Planting density: 4500 vines/ha.
Tillage: ploughing, composting, mowing. Treatments: Bordeaux mixture, sulfur, plant infusions and seaweed extracts.

Terroir
Rimelsberg: terroir
clay-marl with a slightly chalky reaction from the
Lias, facing east to south-east. Includes up to 50% clay, which brings acidity and freshness. Late-ripening terroir, conducive to over-ripening. Potential Premier Cru.

Winemaking
Harvested by hand. Sorting in the vineyard. Direct pressing of whole grapes. No sulfur under the press. Natural sourdough. Aged on fine lees for 6-9 months.

Tasting and gastronomy
Bright yellow in color, the nose is very expressive, with notes of spices and candied fruit (raisins and mague). Concentrated, rich and round on the palate, with a touch of acidity for a fresh finish.
Perfect as an aperitif or for receptions. Goes well with foie gras, strong cheeses, spicy dishes and desserts that aren’t too sweet.

Guard
7 to 10 years

Analytical characteristics
Alcohol: 12.7
Acidity (tartaric): 3.9 g/L Residual sugar: 44 g/L
Total SO2: 205 mg/L Natural cork Harvest: 17/10/2019
Setting: 07/07/2020
Batch number: LB4719

Serving : 8-12 °C