Dopff & Irion Chateau Riquewihr
Alsace Gewurztraminer Cuvee Rene Dopff 2023
| Denomination | AOC Alsace |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Alsace (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Traminer Aromatico |
| Aging | Ageing on fine lees for 6 months plus a further 6 months in vats before bottling; ageing on lees in stainless steel tanks. |
- Origin and grape: 100% Gewürztraminer, Alsace AOC designation, Riquewihr area
- Vintage and format: 2023 harvest, 0.75 litre bottle, 12.5% alcohol content
- Intense aromas: Spicy and rose notes, with hints of sultanas and tropical fruit
- Flavour and finish: Rich and juicy taste, balanced freshness and a finish with a hint of menthol
- Vinification and serving: Aged in stainless steel; serve at 10-14°C with Asian cuisine
Description
What kind of wine is it
Gewürztraminer Cuvée René Dopff is an aromatic still white wine representing Alsace. With its bright straw yellow colour and light green highlights, it reveals an intense and concentrated aromatic profile. The bouquet is led by scents of spices and rose, intertwined with raisins and exotic fruit. On the palate, it shows a medium-full body, combining a rich and juicy structure with well-balanced acidity. The powerful sip finishes with a fresh, persistent finale and a typical menthol note.
Where does it come from
It originates in France, in the Riquewihr area, and is crafted by the Dopff & Irion winery. The vineyards are managed using responsible farming practices, with minimal intervention and careful yield control. The vines grow on a complex mosaic of soils ranging from primary to quaternary formations, with a pronounced clay-limestone matrix. This specific geology enhances the clear expression of the terroir in the Gewürztraminer, supporting its floral breadth and giving great finesse to the structure on the palate.
How is it produced
Production begins with the manual harvesting of the Gewürztraminer, followed by gentle pneumatic pressing at low pressure to preserve its aromatic potential. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. Afterwards, the wine undergoes ageing on fine lees for six months, completing its evolution with further rest in vats. The targeted steel processing respects the natural qualities of the grape variety, resulting in a vibrant, clear wine with a long progression.
History and Curiosities
Created in the historic Château Riquewihr, Cuvée René Dopff embodies the essence of Alsatian viticulture since 1945. This wine celebrates the passion of the Dopff & Irion family through responsible vineyard management and minimal intervention in the vineyard. The vines sink their roots into a precious mosaic of clay-limestone soils, ideal for imparting an intense aromatic richness to the grapes. An absolute dedication that translates into a vibrant glass, a faithful and authentic expression of the Alsace AOC denomination.
Tasting notes
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Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
At the end of the war, two of the biggest names in viticulture in Riquewihr, René Dopff and the widow Irion, joined forces to found Dopff & Irion. One of their first decisions was to acquire Riquewihr's historic chateau. René Dopff was an emblematic and prestigious wine producer who, for several decades, had a huge influence on the vineyards of Alsace by putting the emphasis on quality (by reducing yields, for example) and modernising the labels. He was, above all, the first to associate a particular grape variety with a terroir and with specific soils Read more
| Name | Dopff & Irion Alsace Gewurztraminer Cuvee Rene Dopff 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still aromatic |
| Denomination | Alsace AOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Traminer Aromatico |
| Country | France |
| Region | Alsace |
| Vendor | Dopff & Irion Chateau Riquewihr |
| Story | History and Curiosities Created in the historic Château Riquewihr, Cuvée René Dopff embodies the essence of Alsatian viticulture since 1945. This wine celebrates the passion of the Dopff & Irion family through responsible vineyard management and minimal intervention in the vineyard. The vines sink their roots into a precious mosaic of clay-limestone soils, ideal for imparting an intense aromatic richness to the grapes. An absolute dedication that translates into a vibrant glass, a faithful and authentic expression of the Alsace AOC denomination. |
| Origin | Riquewihr, Alsace, France |
| Soil composition | Mosaic of soils ranging from primary to Quaternary formations; limestone and clay-limestone |
| Production technique | Direct pneumatic pressing at low pressure; vinification in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature; fermentation at controlled temperature; ageing on the lees in stainless steel tanks |
| Wine making | Direct pneumatic pressing at low pressure; vinification in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature; fermentation at controlled temperature; ageing on the lees in stainless steel tanks. |
| Aging | Ageing on fine lees for 6 months plus a further 6 months in vats before bottling; ageing on lees in stainless steel tanks. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |