Certified Sustainable, Organic or Biodynamic Green Certified

Region: France / Alsace
Grapes: 100% Pinot Gris

Rotenberg Vineyard is named for its red, iron-rich soil. It enjoys a cool climate due to its altitude (300m) and proximity to the forest. Pinot Gris is best-suited to this vineyard's limestone soils. The Rotenberg produces small yields of concentrated grapes which can also develop noble rot. Zind-Humbrecht's dedication to terroir expression guides all winemaking practices, which include extended pressing cycles, abbreviated clarification cycles (to retain natural yeasts and proteins in the must), natural malolactic fermentation and extended aging on the lees. The wine is aged 18 months in 40-year-old French barrels.

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  • Rotenberg Vineyard

    Domaine Zind-Humbrecht's Rotenberg Vineyard shares its western border with Hengst Vineyard. Its steep slope lies on a bedrock of Oligocene limestone. Due to its rich iron content, the soil has an intense brick-red color; this gives the vineyard its name, translated as “red hill.” The vineyards aspect and altitude (over 985 feet) delay ripening and therefore harvest, allowing for noble rot.

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    Pinot Grigio

    This grape makes fresh, crisp, charming wines with apple, pear, almond and acacia flower aromas and clean, stone fruit flavors, or creamy, honeyed wines with spice, blossom and mineral aromas.