Alsace AOC Grand Cru Wineck-Schlossberg Riesling 2022 Albert Mann

What kind of wine is it?

The Riesling Wineck-Schlossberg from Albert Mann is a white Grand Cru from Alsace made from Riesling. It comes from plots with granite soils, which give the wine marked minerality and distinctive salinity. Vinification in inert containers preserves the freshness and purity of the grape variety, while careful aging supports the definition and capacity for evolution. The style is dry, elegant, and linear, with pronounced acidity and a long, saline persistence.

Where does it come from?

This wine comes from the Grand Cru Wineck-Schlossberg, between Katzenthal and Ammerschwihr, in the Upper Rhine. The vineyards are located on well-exposed slopes that favor regular grape ripening. The semi-continental climate, with cool nights, preserves acidity and aromatic clarity. The granite soils, low in organic matter but rich in microelements, ensure fast drainage and imprint a clear mineral character on the wine. Vines with an average age of about 45 years strengthen the territorial expression and the qualitative continuity of the cru.

How is it made?

The Riesling grapes are harvested with attention to phenolic maturity to maintain the balance between sugars and acidity. After gentle pressing, the must ferments at a controlled temperature, and careful management protects the primary aromas and limits oxidation. Aging takes place in inert containers, with possible time on fine lees to improve tactile definition and stability. Clarification and bottling preserve the linearity and aging potential, without aromatic influence from wood.

Tasting notes

The color is a bright straw yellow with golden highlights. The aromatic profile is measured, with white flowers, citrus fruits, and a clear mineral nuance reminiscent of wet stone. On the palate, it is dry, crystal-clear, and taut, supported by incisive acidity that offers drive and freshness. The finish is long, intense, and saline, with a distinct, clean mineral trail that recalls the granite origin of the vineyard.

Food pairings

The freshness and savouriness of this Riesling go well with seafood platters, oysters, and citrus-marinated scallop carpaccio. It also works very well with steamed fish, grilled shellfish, and dishes with butter and lemon, where the acidity balances out the fatty component. Regionally, it complements Alsatian cuisine, such as choucroute with fish or delicate white meats. It also pairs well with young, soft cheeses.

When to serve

This wine is ideal during gastronomic aperitifs or at the table with seafood dishes, when looking for a taut and well-defined white. It expresses itself best at 10–12 °C in a medium-sized glass, with a short time to breathe in the glass to highlight the mineral notes. The structure and acidity allow it to evolve in the bottle over the medium to long term, and the wine can develop complexity without losing freshness. Enjoyable to drink now for its precision, it keeps well under suitable conditions to appreciate its development over time.