Dopff & Irion
Dopff & Irion Cuvée Réne Dopff Riesling
4.0
Expert Rating
3.9
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Dopff & Irion Cuvée Réne Dopff Riesling is a delightful wine. Hailing from Alsace, this wine is crafted from grapes grown in carefully selected vineyards. The vineyard features include a combination of ideal soil composition and optimal sun exposure, resulting in grapes with exceptional flavor and character. The winemaking process involves meticulous attention to detail, with a focus on preserving the natural freshness and vibrant acidity of the Riesling grapes. The end result is a wine that exudes a crisp and refreshing style, with notes of citrus, green apple, and a hint of minerality.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Displaying a greenish-gold hue with silver undertones, this wine exudes complexity through its mineral-rich profile.Notes of white-fleshed fruits like apple, peach, and pear intermingle with hints of bitter almond, privet tree blossoms, grey pepper, and turmeric. It offers a lively, fresh, and well-balanced palate with enduring fruity and mineral flavors.
Pair this wine excellently with grilled fish, whether plain or adorned with sauces like trout with almonds or pike with lemon butter. It also complements cheeses like creamy goat's cheese or Saint-Marcellin.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2025
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Riesling
ORIGINS
Winery: Dopff & Irion
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
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