Riesling

2012 Alsace Riesling

Domaine Marcel Deiss Riesling from the 2012 vintage is an expressive white wine that beautifully showcases the characteristics of the Alsace region. This medium-bodied delight offers a vibrant acidity that keeps the palate feeling refreshed and lively. The fruit intensity is prominent, highlighting lush notes of ripe peaches and zesty citrus that dance harmoniously on the tongue. Its dryness is expertly balanced, making it an incredibly versatile choice for pairings with various dishes. With its crisp profile and captivating minerality, this Riesling effortlessly embodies the terroir of Alsace, offering a delightful exploration of the region’s winemaking prowess.

Tasting notes:

Apricot

Peach

Honey

Flavor profile:

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

Alsace

Lying on the border of France and Germany between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River, Alsace is unique among French wine regions. Ninety percent of all its wines are white, and they are labeled by variety rather than appellation. The region's production is evenly split between aromatic dry Riesling full of citrus and peach notes, spicy Gewürztraminer with characteristic rose and lychee flavors, full-bodied Pinot Gris with a hint of honey and intense Muscat that tastes of orange blossom. Most of these are labeled AOC Alsace, but there is also a small amount of Grand Cru wine from 51 specially designated vineyards. In this region, you will also find Crémant de Alsace, a wallet-friendly sparkling wine usually made from Pinot Blanc. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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