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Riesling Gustave Lorentz Grand Cru Altenberg 2014

R931.00

Region: Bergheim, Alsace

Tasting note

Intense, bright golden yellow colour. Nose: expressive nose that reveals delicate smoky notes, fresh thyme, cedar and lemongrass. The palate is fresh and tense with a remarkable tension, good body, a slight mineral sensation, rich structure and fine density. The finish is long with a spicy touch and a hint of citrus.

Food pairing

This is a wine for important gastronomic meals – wonderful with fish in creamy sauce, seafood, or roast pork.

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Region: Bergheim, Alsace

Since 1836:  One family, one village, seven generations of winegrowers. Founded in 1836, MAISON GUSTAVE LORENTZ owns 33 hectares of land on the hillsides of Bergheim in the heart of the Alsace wine region, 12.8 hectares of which are classified Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergheim, and 1.75 hectares Grand Cru Kanzlerberg.

This wine is produced from 100 % Riesling grapes from the classified Grand Cru site of the Altenberg of Bergheim vineyard owned by Gustave Lorentz. The dominant soil of this area is a mix of clay and limestone; the vines from which this wine is produced are very old, between 30 and 50 years old. The pride of Bergheim winegrowers, the Altenberg has been renownedfor its fine wines since the end of 13th century. Altenberg Grand Cru wines are remarkable for the perfect balance between their subtle, distinguished aroma and their powerful, virile body. They are gastronomic wines par excellence.