What makes Altenberg de Bergheim distinctive?

It is one of Alsace's oldest and most celebrated Grand Crus, with stony, fossil-rich marl-limestone soils that give Gewurztraminer exceptional power and aromatic complexity.

Is this wine very sweet?

It shows ripe, exotic fruit character but the site's structure keeps it more powerful than sweet — closer to off-dry with real weight rather than a dessert wine.

What food pairing works best?

Munster cheese, spiced game dishes, and foie gras terrine are classic; its intensity also handles richly sauced Asian cuisine well.

CuvéeAlsaceWhite

Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergheim

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Cave de Hunawihr

About Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergheim

Style: White
Grape Varieties: Gewurztraminer
Price Range: $35-45
Alcohol: 14%

From the red marl-limestone soils of Altenberg de Bergheim, one of Alsace's most historic Grand Crus, this Gewurztraminer shows an intense nose of rose, lychee, and exotic fruit. A gastronomic wine distinguished by the harmony between a powerful, full body and fine, subtle aromatics.

Sommelier's Note

Altenberg de Bergheim brings power that Rosacker doesn't — this is Gewurztraminer at its most dramatic.

New to wine?

A powerful, opulent Gewurztraminer best enjoyed by those who already love the grape's exotic side.

Food Pairings

A superb match for Munster cheese, spiced game dishes, and Alsatian foie gras terrine; its power also stands up to richly sauced Chinese and Southeast Asian cuisine.

When to drink it

Formal dinner, game course, cheese pairing

Terroir & Winemaking

Fruit from Altenberg de Bergheim's stony, fossil-rich marl-limestone soils at 220-330m altitude, hand-harvested; whole-cluster pressing, cool fermentation in stainless steel, extended aging for concentration and complexity.

About the producer

Cave de HunawihrAlsace's leading cooperative, steward of the Rosacker Grand Cru.Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Altenberg de Bergheim distinctive?: It is one of Alsace's oldest and most celebrated Grand Crus, with stony, fossil-rich marl-limestone soils that give Gewurztraminer exceptional power and aromatic complexity.
Is this wine very sweet?: It shows ripe, exotic fruit character but the site's structure keeps it more powerful than sweet — closer to off-dry with real weight rather than a dessert wine.
What food pairing works best?: Munster cheese, spiced game dishes, and foie gras terrine are classic; its intensity also handles richly sauced Asian cuisine well.

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