Established in the old town of Eguisheim, south of Colmar, this family estate whose origins date back to 1610 is located in a house dating back to 1684. Mathieu Ginglinger, who succeeded his father Pierre-Henri in 2003, runs the estate organically (certified in 2004). After acquiring vineyards at the southern end of the Route des Vins, he now has 15 ha, with parcels in 3 grands crus.
Presentation
Presentation
Bordering the edges of the municipality of Eguisheim, the locality of Eichberg Grand Cru faces the south-east at an altitude between 220 and 340m. This wine-growing area, at the foot of three castles, is sheltered by the foothills of the Vosges and boasts a particularly dry and warm microclimate, as the amount of rain registered is currently the lowest in the region of Colmar.
Terroir
Limestone conglomerate and marl from the Oligocene period.
Siliceous, rather clayey, stone-rich soil.
Siliceous, rather clayey, stone-rich soil.
Harvest
Hand-harvested at optimum ripeness.
Winemaking
Pressed in whole clusters.
Fermented in the cellar for several months.
Fermented in the cellar for several months.
Ageing
Aged on fine lees until bottling.
Varietal
Riesling : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14 % vol.
Residual Sugar : 3.5 g/l
Advice
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 10 to 15 years
Tasting
With its brilliant yellow color, it finely exalts ripe citrus and white flower aromas, as well as a beautiful minerality. Its rich, full attack of citrus and peach notes gives way to a persistent, lemony finish.
Food pairings
Enjoy without moderation with fish in sauce and white meats, either nature or in sauce.
