Since 1785, the Rentz family has been running the family vineyard in Zellenberg, and today Catherine and her brother Patrick Rentz are at the head of the family estate. The estate works today 27 ha, spread over 5 communes in the heart of the wine road: Bergheim, Ribeauvillé, Hunawihr, Zellenberg, Riquewihr, spread over particularly well exposed hillsides.
Presentation
In the vineyard
For over 20 years, Catherine and Patrick have strived to develop agricultural practices more respectful of the environment and have today committed themselves to a process of high environmental value (HVE) which, much like the organic label, is an accreditation that recognises environmental preservation.
Winemaking
Traditional vinification and cultivation method. The grapes are harvested manually and then progressively pressed in a pneumatic press in order to extract the juice and aromas. The naturally present yeast on the grapes will start the alcoholic fermentation process that will change the grape juice into wine. Two to three months after the fermentation process, the wine is racked in order to start maturing. Before bottling, each vat is filtered in order to guarantee the organic stability and conservation of the wine.
Varietal
Gewürztraminer : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13 % vol.
Advice
Serving
Serve between 8 to 10 °c (46 to 50°F)
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 2 to 3 years, 5 years
Tasting
A medium-dry white wine, our Gewurztraminer is delicate on the nose with aromas of lychees, exotic fruits and flowers. The taste is fruity with a hint of spice. Well-balanced with good length.
Food pairings
This Gewurztraminer can be served as a first-choice aperitif and goes perfectly with foie gras. It goes well with spicy or exotic dishes but also with strong cheeses (Roquefort,Munster ...) and desserts (ex :pineapple doughnut).
Reviews
"MÉDAILLE D’OR – CHALLENGE INTERNATIONAL DU VIN 2020"
