Riesling Sélection Grains Nobles

AOC Alsace – Riesling Sélection De Grains Nobles

Riesling Sélection Grains Nobles is an exceptional sweet wine, resulting from a late harvest process where only the most concentrated and botrytized grapes are picked. These unique conditions, combining mild weather and the presence of noble rot (Botrytis cinerea), allow for the creation of a rare and prestigious wine. It thus embodies a true emblem of Alsatian winemaking expertise. This prestigious mention, recognized by decree since 1984, testifies to the impeccable quality of the wine and the specific requirements of the AOC Alsace.

This wine is produced in a sustainable vineyard, certified High Environmental Value, to ensure sustainable viticulture that respects the ecosystem.

Tasting of Riesling Sélection Grains Nobles

Riesling Sélection Grains Nobles displays a brilliant golden color, reflecting its richness and complexity. The generous and fruity nose reveals enchanting aromas of bergamot and candied apricots, subtly enriched with floral notes.

On the palate, this wine stands out for its elegance and power. The rich and concentrated texture offers an enveloping sweetness. Finally, the long and harmonious finish reveals notes of exotic fruits and delicate minerality.

Food and Wine Pairings

This exceptional wine lends itself to refined and surprising pairings, including:

• Langoustine and lobster: for elegant maritime pairings.
• Foie gras: in perfect harmony with its sweetness and complexity.
• Blue cheeses: for a successful sweet-savory contrast.
• Desserts: lemon tart, tarte tatin, or other gourmet creations.

Storage and Serving

Served chilled, at an ideal temperature of 8 to 10°C, this wine reveals all its aromatic richness and sweetness. It can be enjoyed now for its vibrant fruity aromas or kept for up to 15 years to develop more complex notes and an even more refined texture. You can serve it before or after a Rittersberg Pinot Noir as an aperitif and dessert.

Commentary

This Riesling Sélection Grains Nobles results from a carefully executed manual harvest, where only the ripest grapes, concentrated by noble rot, are selected. This process, combined with the stony, silty-sandy terroir, gives the wine a depth and minerality characteristic of Riesling. Thanks to this method, the wine reveals a unique aromatic intensity, remarkable elegance, and persistent freshness. Each tasting thus becomes an exceptional moment, where the balance between these elements is fully felt.