Big and definitely beautiful!
Production
These Herrenwerg vineyards are based in the Fetch Valley, on a mixture of diverse soil - limestone, granite, gravel, marl and sandstone - created during glacial shifts in the nearby Vosges mountains. Grapes are gently pressed and the juice clarified in stainless steel tanks. The wine is then fermented in temperature controlled tanks for 10-14 days.
Cave de Turckheim Riesling ‘Sables et Galets’ (magnum)2019 (3 bottles case)
Vivino ratings
Tasting notes
A very fruity and approachable style of Riesling, the driest of the Alsace grape varieties. 'Sables et Galets' is grown on sandy ('sables') , stony ('galets') terroir. A very approachable, generous style of Riesling. Its rich, round fruit, is reminiscent of yellow and red apples with a twist of lime and a luscious, dry finish.
Food match
Fish, scallops or white meat. Riesling is arguably the best white wine to accompany even the spiciest of Thai and Indian cuisine, as it copes with the strong flavours yet complements them at the same time.
Info
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ABV
13%
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CASE/BOTTLE SIZE
3 x 150cl
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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
CORK
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WINEMAKER
DANIEL GEROLD
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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.