Dopff & Irion Chateau Riquewihr
Cremant d'Alsace Cuvee Prestige Elegance Brut
| Denomination | AOC Cremant d'Alsace |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Alsace (France) |
| Grape varieties | 48% Auxerrois, 48% Pinot Bianco, 4% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Slow maturation for over 24 months |
- Crémant d’Alsace DOC: Traditional method brut, 12% vol, 0.75 l bottle
- Grape composition: 48% Auxerrois, 48% Pinot Blanc, 4% Chardonnay
- Extended maturation: over 24 months on the lees for greater complexity
- Aromatic characteristics: dried fruit, brioche, grapefruit, buttery notes and white flowers
- Serving temperature and pairings: serve at 6-8°C with fish, shellfish, starters and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine is it
This Crémant d’Alsace by Dopff & Irion is a Traditional Method sparkling wine with a fresh and harmonious profile. The blend of Auxerrois, Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay offers a refined balance. In the glass, it displays a pale gold hue, enhanced by bright silvery reflections and a fine, consistent perlage. On the nose, it releases delicate notes of dried fruit and almond, with buttery nuances, white flowers and grapefruit. On the palate, it reveals an elegant body and clear hints of toasted brioche, finishing with a persistent citrusy finish, ideal for accompanying starters, seafood specialities and cheeses.
Where does it come from
This sparkling wine originates in the heart of the Alsace region, from vineyards protected by the Vosges hills and situated on the renowned Schoenenbourg slope. This location ensures a favourable climate for consistent and optimal grape ripening. The true richness of the terroir lies in the complex soil composition, characterised by alternating layers of limestone, clay and sandstone. This pronounced geological diversity gives the vines a distinctive local character, endowing the wine with a deep aromatic complexity and a structural balance capable of sustaining the natural freshness of the sip for a long time.
How is it produced
The creation of this Brut is based on a careful blending of selected grapes. The sparkling process strictly follows the Traditional Method, with secondary fermentation in the bottle and a slow maturation of over twenty-four months. This long period on the lees is essential to enrich the flavour profile with elegant toasted notes, ensuring a deep and dynamic sip. To enhance its qualities, a serving temperature between 6 and 8 °C is recommended, ideal for pairing with shellfish, salmon, baked fish and poultry.
History and Curiosities
A product of the art of cuvée by Dopff & Irion, this Crémant d’Alsace AOC harmoniously combines Auxerrois, Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay grown on the renowned slopes of Schoenenbourg. Thanks to a slow maturation of over 24 months according to the traditional method, the Cuvée Prestige Elegance Brut develops a fine perlage and a rare complexity. Appreciated by Wine Enthusiast, this elegant sparkling wine delights the palate with enveloping notes of toasted brioche and a citrusy finish of great freshness.
Tasting notes
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Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 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 Cremant d'Alsace Cuvee Prestige Elegance Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Alsace AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 48% Auxerrois, 48% Pinot Bianco, 4% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Alsace |
| Vendor | Dopff & Irion Chateau Riquewihr |
| Story | History and Curiosities A product of the art of cuvée by Dopff & Irion, this Crémant d’Alsace AOC harmoniously combines Auxerrois, Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay grown on the renowned slopes of Schoenenbourg. Thanks to a slow maturation of over 24 months according to the traditional method, the Cuvée Prestige Elegance Brut develops a fine perlage and a rare complexity. Appreciated by Wine Enthusiast, this elegant sparkling wine delights the palate with enveloping notes of toasted brioche and a citrusy finish of great freshness. |
| Origin | Hearts of Alsace, on the vineyards protected by the Vosges and the famous Schoenenbourg slope |
| Soil composition | Soils ranging from limestone to clay through to sandstone |
| Fermentation | Over 24 months |
| Production technique | Traditional method (classic method) |
| Wine making | Its creation has benefited from the utmost attention of experts, masters in the "Art of the Cuvée"; it is the result of the harmonious blending of three varieties of grapes selected for their exceptional quality. |
| Aging | Slow maturation for over 24 months |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |