Kli2019 Riesling Grand Cru Kastelberg, E. Klipfel – Alsace, France

Grapes and Vinification

100% Riesling from Kastelberg Grand Cru – hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel tanks with a focus on purity and freshness

• Riesling – known for high acidity, precise fruit, and finesse
• Grapes carefully machine- or hand-harvested in the Kastelberg vineyard
• Vinified with no or minimal oak aging to preserve minerals and balance

Terroir and Origin

Kastelberg Grand Cru in Andlau, Alsace – a compact 5.82 ha vineyard with shale-rich soil and a southeast exposure

Soil: Shale – this shale-rich soil in Kastelberg gives the wine its characteristic precision, minerality, and structure

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Citrus, white flowers, and wet flint – an expression of both minerality and fruit
• Taste: Dry, mineral, and slightly exotic with fresh lemon and a long, clean finish
• Mouthfeel: Balanced with good body, crisp acidity, and a persistent mineral effect

Serving and Food Pairing

Serving temperature: 10 °C

• Pan-fried oysters or steamed mussels – the wine's acidity cuts through the richness of the shellfish
• Fatty fish such as salmon or trout – the body's structure pairs well with richness and minerality
• Grilled vegetables with cream sauce – the acidity balances the creaminess
• Perfect as a “terroir wine” – designed to highlight the character of the soil