Domaine Ostertag : Riesling "Fronholz" 2022

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Riesling "Fronholz" 2022 from Domaine Ostertag

Tasting

Color

The wine displays a bright, pale yellow hue.

Nose

The nose reveals a floral bouquet, underscored by citrus notes and mineral nuances. On the palate, the freshness of citrus meets the lusciousness of exotic fruits.

Palate

The palate offers a pure, broad and deep riesling, carried by beautifully ripe fruit. The wine is built on tension and savory precision, with great freshness and fine bitter notes. The overall expression shows remarkable purity and elegance, finishing with a vibrant saline touch. The length is outstanding.

Food and wine pairings

This riesling pairs perfectly with shellfish, raw, smoked or oily fish, poultry in sauce, as well as cheeses.

Serving and cellaring

The Riesling "Fronholz" 2022 has cellaring potential through around 2042.

An elegant, saline Alsace riesling from Domaine Ostertag

The estate

Founded in 1966 by Irma and Adolphe Ostertag with just 20 ares of vines in Epfig in the Bas-Rhin, Domaine Ostertag is now run by Arthur Ostertag, the third generation, alongside his father André. The vineyard spans 15 hectares across the communes of Epfig, Blienschwiller and Dambach-la-Ville. A pioneer in Alsace, the estate has practiced biodynamics since 1997 and holds 3 stars in the Revue du Vin de France guide.

The vineyard

Fronholz, whose name means “Le Bois de Corvée,” is located at the top of Epfig hill in Alsace, with a rare south/southwest exposure for the region. The approximately 40-year-old riesling vines are deeply rooted in a light, free-draining, shallow soil of decomposed sandstone, rich in heavy minerals, notably quartz. The lieu-dit is currently applying for Premier Cru classification.

Winemaking and aging

The Riesling "Fronholz" 2022 undergoes a long fermentation followed by one year of aging in stainless steel tanks.

Grape variety

100% riesling.