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featured wineries<br />
2012 Riesling Grand Cru<br />
Schlossberg<br />
Soil:<br />
An exceptional vineyard: at 200-300m, the Schlossberg slope<br />
lies on the Kayersberg migmatites and the intruding granite of<br />
Thannenkirch, of which the arenaceous provides very fertile, mineral<br />
soil, composed both of coarse sand and clay. The variety of minerals<br />
(potassium, magnesium, fluorine, phosphorus) determines the<br />
finesse and aromatic complexity of its wines.<br />
Vinification:<br />
The juice is extracted <strong>with</strong> infinite care in our air-bag press. The slow,<br />
gentle pressing avoids crushing the stalks and pips. The must starts<br />
fermenting of its own accord thanks to the natural yeast present in<br />
the juice, and the fermentation generally lasts from four to ten weeks.<br />
It is carried out in stainless-steel vats equipped <strong>with</strong> temperature<br />
control, a medium which maximizes the expression of this variety’s<br />
aromas.<br />
Tasting Notes:<br />
Color: Pale green<br />
Nose: Passion fruit, honey, vanilla and wet stone.<br />
Palate: Very deep, rich, round and long, <strong>with</strong> sweet mango and pepper<br />
nuances lingering impressively. This knockout opulent Schlossberg<br />
has extra fat in a good way, and an added measure of oomph.<br />
My Tasting Notes:<br />
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