Le Clos Rittersberg is an exceptional white wine born from the encounter of two great Alsatian grape varieties: Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc. Sourced from 40-year-old vines grown on granitic soil, this wine is the purest expression of a unique terroir, the Clos Rittersberg—a historic plot that yields grapes of extraordinary complexity and minerality. The result is a deep, mineral white with a mouth-watering freshness, a true gem for lovers of characterful wines. A slow direct pressing of 7 hours extracts the purest must, followed by a long elevage of 12 months on the fine lees, with the wine split between stainless steel tanks (30%) and old barriques (70%). Unfiltered, unfined, to preserve all the substance and mineral tension. The result is a wine of extraordinary depth, finesse, and persistence.
| Serve at | 10° – 12° C |
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| Production Area | Alsace, France (Clos Rittersberg) |
| Soil | Granitic |
| Vinification | Direct pressing for 7 hours. |
| Aging | 12 months on fine lees: 30% in stainless steel tanks, 70% in old barriques. |
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Deep straw yellow color with golden reflections, luminous and enveloping.
- Nose: The olfactory profile is delicate and complex. Notes of yellow-fleshed fruit (pear, quince) emerge, along with candied citrus, white flowers, and a mineral background reminiscent of wet stone and rock dust. The wisely measured passage in wood provides light hints of vanilla, almond, and a delicate smoky note. The Pinot Gris component adds a typical spicy touch, while the Pinot Blanc brings freshness and linearity.
- Palate: The entry is soft and enveloping, thanks to the woody component, but is immediately followed by a mouth-watering freshness that carves the sip with elegance. The structure is full, supported by a granitic minerality that extends the finish into a persistence of rare intensity. Long, clean closure with returns of ripe fruit, almond, and a slight spiciness. A white of great depth and drinkability, a true gem.
Recommended Pairings
Perfect as a high-class aperitif wine, thanks to its freshness and complexity. Ideal with white meats (roasted chicken, turkey, guinea fowl), noble fish dishes (salt-crusted sea bass, turbot), fine seafood, and hard cheeses (Comté, Gruyère, Beaufort). Also excellent with authentic Alsatian cuisine and dishes requiring a structured and mineral white. A wine for special occasions and mindful tastings.
Why Choose It
Because it is a gem of rare beauty. Le Clos Rittersberg is for those seeking a white that goes beyond simple drinkability, telling a story of territory, grape varieties, and artisanal passion. For those who love mineral, deep wines capable of evoking emotion with every sip. A wine that combines the finesse of Pinot Blanc, the complexity of Pinot Gris, and the power of granite in perfect balance. A bottle that deserves a place of honor in any cellar.
