The Sharp Freshness of Sylvaner with a Touch of Roundness
Et Si? is Sylvaner as we love it, with that distinctively sharp freshness in the mouth, but with a little something extra: a passage in barrique that gives it additional roundness without ever altering its character. Born from 50-year-old vines on marl-sandstone soils, this wine is the answer to a question the producers of Domaine Exeterra asked themselves: “What if we tried to give Sylvaner an extra layer without betraying its essence?” The result is a white of extraordinary personality, combining the varietal’s mineral tension with an elegant and enveloping softness. A slow direct pressing of 11 hours extracts the purest must, followed by a long elevage of 8 months on the fine lees, with the wine split between stainless steel tanks and barriques. Unfiltered, unfined, to preserve all the substance and complexity. The result is a wine that maintains the sharp freshness of Sylvaner, but with an added roundness that makes it even more enveloping and delicious.
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Bright straw yellow color with golden reflections, luminous and transparent.
- Nose: The olfactory profile is fine and complex. Typical Sylvaner notes emerge: citrus (lemon, grapefruit), green apple, pear, white flowers, and an herbaceous undertone. The time in barrique provides delicate nuances of vanilla, toasted almond, and a slight buttery note that enriches the bouquet without ever overpowering it.
- Palate: The entry is fresh and sharp, with that vibrant acidity that characterizes Sylvaner. Then, slowly, the roundness from the wood arrives, enveloping the palate with elegance and softness. The finish is long and persistent, with a perfect balance between freshness and creaminess. A white of great personality and drinkability, inviting sip after sip.
| Serve at | 10° – 12° C |
|---|---|
| Appellation | Alsace AOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Production Area | Alsace, France |
| Soil | Sandstone and Silt |
| Vinification | Direct pressing for 11 hours |
| Aging | 8 months on fine lees, partly in stainless steel tanks and partly in barrique. |
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Bright straw yellow color with golden reflections, luminous and transparent.
- Nose: The olfactory profile is fine and complex. Typical Sylvaner notes emerge: citrus (lemon, grapefruit), green apple, pear, white flowers, and an herbaceous undertone. The time in barrique provides delicate nuances of vanilla, toasted almond, and a slight buttery note that enriches the bouquet without ever overpowering it.
- Palate: The entry is fresh and sharp, with that vibrant acidity that characterizes Sylvaner. Then, slowly, the roundness from the wood arrives, enveloping the palate with elegance and softness. The finish is long and persistent, with a perfect balance between freshness and creaminess. A white of great personality and drinkability, inviting sip after sip.
Recommended Pairings
Perfect as an aperitif wine with character, thanks to its freshness and roundness. Ideal with white meats (roasted chicken, turkey), fish dishes in sauce, seafood, and hard cheeses (Comté, Gruyère, Beaufort). Also excellent with authentic Alsatian cuisine and dishes requiring a structured yet fresh white. A wine for those who love to experiment without losing sight of tradition.
Why Choose It
Because it is a Sylvaner with an extra gear. For those who love the sharp freshness of this grape variety but also desire greater complexity and roundness. For those seeking a white that can surprise, telling a story of experimentation and courage, while remaining firmly anchored to its territory. A wine that is the answer to a question, and that invites the drinker to ask new questions. “Et Si?” (And if?) is the right question, and this wine is the perfect answer.
