About this wine
The cooperative's benchmark dry Riesling, grown on the limestone soils of Hunawihr, Ribeauvillé and Riquewihr. Crisp citrus and green apple fruit with a mineral, saline finish typical of Alsace's finest terroirs.
Bone-dry, citrusy, and food-friendly — a great starting point for exploring Alsace Riesling.
Sommelier's Note
"Proof that great everyday Riesling doesn't need a Grand Cru label — precise, dry, and mineral-driven."
Food Pairings
A natural partner for choucroute, seafood, and sushi; the racy acidity also cuts through fried and fatty dishes.
When to drink it
Seafood dinner, sushi, everyday drinking
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Riesling
- Style
- White
- Alcohol
- 12.5%
- Price Range
- $15-18
Terroir & Winemaking
Hand and machine harvest, whole-cluster pressing, cool fermentation in thermo-regulated stainless steel to retain aromatic freshness; unoaked, bottled dry.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Riesling Réserve sweet?
- No, it is vinified fully dry, with citrus and green apple fruit rather than residual sugar.
- What is the best food pairing?
- Seafood, sushi, and choucroute are classic matches; its high acidity also works well with fried foods.
- How does it compare to the Grand Cru Rosacker Riesling?
- It shares the same limestone-driven minerality but is lighter, simpler, and made for earlier drinking, without the concentration and aging potential of the Grand Cru.
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