Domaine Ostertag : Riesling "Les Jardins" 2023

Tasting Notes and Serving Suggestions for Riesling "Les Jardins" 2023 from Domaine Ostertag

Tasting

Appearance

The wine displays a pale yellow hue with bright, crystal-clear highlights.

Nose

The nose opens on a delicate bouquet of white flowers and vine blossoms, accompanied by fruity notes of white peach and citrus.

Palate

On the palate, this wine charms with its generous, mouthwatering character and savory depth. A fine, persistent acidity structures the palate, while a saline finish brings freshness and length to the tasting.

Food and wine pairings

This Riesling "Les Jardins" 2023 pairs perfectly with a seafood platter, grilled fish, or poultry in a light sauce. It also matches beautifully with fresh goat cheeses.

Serving and cellaring

Riesling "Les Jardins" 2023 is ideally enjoyed at a temperature between 10 and 12°C. This wine can be enjoyed now to fully appreciate its aromatic freshness.

An Alsace Riesling true to the grape’s expression and the Epfig terroir

The estate

Domaine Ostertag, founded in 1966 by Irma and Adolphe Ostertag with only 20 ares of vines, now spans 15 hectares across some of the finest terroirs in Epfig, in the Bas-Rhin area of Alsace. Since 2018, Arthur Ostertag, the third generation, has led this family estate, distinguished with 3 stars in the Revue du Vin de France guide. A pioneer of Alsace biodynamics, the estate has been certified in organic farming since 1997. The wines stand out for their purity, elegance, and authentic expression of terroir.

The vineyard

Riesling "Les Jardins" comes from a blend of around a dozen parcels located mainly in the commune of Epfig, in Alsace. The vines thrive on varied soils composed of clay, predominantly sandstone, sand, and volcanic deposits. Farmed organically and under certified biodynamic practices, the vineyard benefits from a respectful approach that allows the grapes to fully express their character. This diversity of terroirs lends the wine fine complexity while highlighting the expression of the Riesling grape.

The vintage

The 2023 vintage offered favorable conditions, allowing for an early harvest from the beginning of September. The grapes reached optimal ripeness, ensuring a perfect balance between aromatic freshness and concentrated flavors.

Winemaking and aging

Riesling "Les Jardins" 2023 is vinified with a low-intervention approach. The grapes are pressed as whole clusters in a pneumatic press for 9 hours. Fermentation occurs spontaneously thanks to indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks. The wine completes full malolactic fermentation before aging for one year on fine lees in stainless steel tanks. Bottling took place in early September 2024.

Grape variety

100% Riesling.