Riesling “Granite” – Domaine Charles Frey

The Alsace Riesling Granite 2023 from Domaine Charles Frey is a broad, mineral Riesling, true to the soil that gives it its name. Grown on granitic terroirs, it shows an expression that is both pure and complex.

Domaine Charles Frey in Dambach-la-Ville

Based in Dambach-la-Ville, Domaine Charles Frey is a family estate that has made wine in Alsace since 1709. Converted to organic and biodynamic viticulture as early as 1996, it works its vines plot by plot: every second row is grassed over to encourage biodiversity, and bottling is done at the estate.

Alsace Riesling Granite: a granite terroir

The plots for this cuvée lie on granitic soil at the foot of Dambach-la-Ville, in the AOP Alsace. Pressing is done on whole bunches, with native yeasts and slow fermentation. The wine is then aged for one year on its lees in large oak casks (foudres).

Tasting notes

The nose opens with citrus, white-fleshed fruit and warm stone, underlined by a subtle smoky touch. The palate, broad and structured, keeps a fine mineral tension. Ageing on lees brings depth, texture and length without ever masking the energy of the terroir. An elegant Riesling that is both approachable and refined.

Food pairing and serving

As an aperitif, or with mixed salads, quiches or light cheeses. Serve between 8 and 10 °C.

From the same estate

Also discover the Riesling Grand Cru Frankstein and the Pinot Gris Symbiose, or our Alsace wines.

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