COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Maurice Schueller
REGION
Alsace
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Maurice Schueller Riesling Vielles Vignes 2022 is a white wine from the Alsace AOC in France, crafted from 100% Riesling grapes. The "Vieilles Vignes" designation highlights the use of old vines, which typically produce fruit with greater concentration and complexity. The Schueller family has a long-standing winemaking tradition in Alsace, dating back centuries, combining ancestral methods with modern techniques. The estate is situated in Gueberschwihr, a location known for its suitability for quality viticulture.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
"Vieilles Vignes" means "old vines," often yielding more concentrated fruit.
Fact 02
The Schueller family winemaking history dates back centuries.
Fact 03
Alsace Riesling is celebrated for its aging potential.
Fact 04
The estate is located in the picturesque village of Gueberschwihr.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Maurice Schueller Riesling Vielles Vignes is produced using grapes from old vines, a practice that typically leads to lower yields and more concentrated fruit. The winemaking philosophy at Domaine Maurice Schueller combines traditional family methods with contemporary techniques, aiming for minimal intervention to allow the vineyard's character to shine through. Specific details regarding fermentation vessels, temperatures, and aging processes are not provided, but the approach emphasizes natural work.
