From the eighth century, the abbeys of the region owned vineyards in the vineyards of Wolxheim. J.L. Stoltz, historian of the Alsatian vineyard in the nineteenth century, mentions that: “Riesling was only found in Alsace before the revolution in a few privileged enclosures, such as that of Altenberg, on the ban of Wolxheim.” Napoleon III had Riesling delivered from Wolxheim by the sculptor Philippe Grass, a native of Wolxheim.

THE GRAPE

100% Riesling

TASTING NOTE

Bright pale gold colour, green reflections. Racy nose combining lemon, grapefruit, mineral, chalky presence. On the palate a very dry, straightforward, rich style that expresses its mineral personality with finesse and precision. We appreciate his delicacy, his naturalness