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Domaine Ostertag

Domaine Ostertag Fronholz Riesling

Name: Domaine Ostertag Fronholz Riesling
Brand: Domaine Ostertag
Price: null USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

France, Alsace

White wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.9

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Domaine Ostertag Fronholz Riesling is a premium wine produced by the renowned winemaker, Domaine Ostertag. This wine comes from the Fronholz vineyard, located in the Alsace appellation of France. The vineyard is known for its unique terroir, which features a mix of sandstone and limestone soils, giving the wine a distinct minerality. The winemaking process involves a combination of traditional and modern techniques, resulting in a wine that is both complex and elegant. The style of this Riesling is dry, with a crisp acidity and notes of citrus and stone fruit. It is a perfect pairing for seafood, poultry, and spicy dishes.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Domaine Ostertag Fronholz Riesling is a bright, fresh and vibrant Riesling from Alsace, France.On the nose, it offers intense aromas of ripe apples and citrus fruits, as well as hints of mineral and floral notes. On the palate, this wine is very well balanced, with a medium body and bright acidity. The flavors are of ripe apples and citrus fruits, with hints of minerals and a long, crisp finish. This is an excellent example of a classic Alsace Riesling that pairs well with a wide variety of foods.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

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Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Riesling

ORIGINS

Winery: Domaine Ostertag

Region: Alsace

Alsace is a French wine region located in the northeast of the country, bordering Germany and Switzerland. It is renowned for its unique wines, which are made from a variety of grapes and styles. Alsace has a long and varied history of winemaking, dating back to the Romans. The region has been under the control of both France and Germany over the centuries, and this has had a significant influence on the wines produced here. Alsace was annexed by France in the late 19th century, and since then, the region has become known for its distinctive wines.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

0 Reviews