Domaine Rolly Gassmann Riesling 2021
Domaine Rolly Gassmann Riesling
Region: Alsace, France
Vintage: 2021
Bottle size: 75cl
Grape: Riesling
ABV: 12.5%
This wine is a bright lemon in colour with youthful reflections. On the nose are expressive notes of white and yellow flowers and fresh citrus fruit. The palate is concentrated and complex, with fresh stone fruit characters, a well-balanced acidity and a touch of saline on the finish.
The grapes for this wine come from parcels planted on clay, marl and limestone soils in the commune of Rorschwihr. All 21 different types of limestone known in the world can be found in the soils of this village, and the sub-soil there is similarly diverse. These soils, and the particular climate of the sites, were discovered by monks who first made wine here over 400 years ago, and today some of their methods are still used; vineyard activity is carried out based on the position of the moon and stars, with grape maturity and picking determined by the ripeness of the pips, as well as the skins. Organic and biodynamic practices are used to manage the vineyards, although they are not certified.
While the winemaking history of the Rolly and Gassmann families in Alsace can be traced back to the 17th century, the Domaine was not established until 1967 when these two families were joined by marriage. Now run by second generation Pierre Gassmann, the domaine boasts 52 hectares in the Haut-Rhin region, 40 of which are in Rorschwihr and 10 in Bergheim. The family is known for their remarkable collection of vintages; they age and store up to five years’ worth of stock - around 1.5 million bottles - and only release wines that they feel are ready to drink.
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