An exemplary, racy Alsatian Riesling from lieu-dit Heimbourg.
Production
Marl and limestone soils are found in abundance on the slopes surrounding Turckheim and Wintzenheim. Giving wines with purity and longevity, brilliant expressions of Riesling and Pinots Blanc and Gris come from these soils. Cool fermentation and ample skin contact ensures an aromatic, expressive Riesling.
Cave de Turckheim Riesling ‘Marnes et Calcaires’ 2023 (6 bottles case)
Vivino ratings
Tasting notes
Aromatic, ripe citrus nose with racy, dry elegant fruit, this is a fine Riesling with potential to age.
Food match
Grilled fish, seafood especially scallops, chicken and semi-soft cheeses
Info
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ABV
13%
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CASE/BOTTLE SIZE
6 x 75cl
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REGION/COUNTRY
ALSACE, FRANCE
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GRAPE
RIESLING 100%
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FEATURES
VEGETARIAN, VEGAN, SUSTAINABLE
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CLOSURE
SYNTHETIC CORK
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WINEMAKER
MICHEL LIHRMANN
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ALLERGEN INFO
CONTAINS SULPHITES AND NO OTHER ALLERGENS
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Meet the producer
Widely regarded as one of the best co-operatives in the world, Cave de Turckheim lies at the mouth of the Munster Valley. Working closely with 180 partners, its vineyards span the full breadth of Alsatian terroir and grape varieties. Cave de Turckheim only produces wine from the grapes of its member growers, it is a récoltant not a négociant.
Substantial investment in the winery has enabled the team to vinify many parcels of grapes separately, offering Michel Lihrmann (senior winemaker for 25 years) the chance to highlight each wine's nuances in his signature dry, yet fruit forward, style.
Committed to producing the highest quality wines, growers are encouraged to keep yields low - for example, Cave de Turckheim voluntarily caps yields for its Grands Crus vineyards at 45hl/ha rather than the permitted 55hl/ha - and to pick the grapes by hand. This is part of a long term and innovative strategy of sustainability that includes developing the largest holdings of organic vineyards in Alsace, using natural alternatives to chemical treatments, and a green overview of all vineyard practices. Alongside some great organic wines, the extensive range runs from the excellent value Tradition wines right through to individual Grand Cru bottlings, plus fantastic Crémants d’Alsace and Vendange Tardive dessert wines.
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