The very steep hills of the Sommerberg Grand Cru vineyard are shaped like a succession of crescents, facing the south on a biotite granite. The small parcel the domaine owns is on the sub section called Dudenstein within the Grand Cru. Sommerberg, or hills of summer/sun, enjoys a solar exposition. However, the village of Niedermorschwihr is under the shadow of the Vosges mountains earlier than Turckheim, so Sommerberg is slightly less precocious than Brand. It is only a few days difference, but consistent every vintage. Sadly, this vineyard got hit by a severe hailstorm mid-August 2022 affecting mostly the clusters exposed to the west. Eventually, after severe selections, as the hail provoked early rot on the damaged berries, we were able to harvest a small but nice crop. Long fermentation and ageing on full lees ended up with a very dry Riesling wine.

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2022 vintage
Harvest Note
2022 avoided the severe frost conditions of the prior year and the vines grew rapidly in the Spring months. The dry and hot conditions kept disease to a minimum but adversely affected flowering and caused a significant reduction in the overall crop size. A few late storms brought needed moisture but also some isolated hail damage. Harvest occured from August 22 to September 20 according to each vineyard's situation.
Tasting Note
pale gold colour. Attractive nose showing fruity aromas with this classic granite purity and early expressive style. The palate is remarkably fresh and possesses that crystalline Sommerberg signature. Velvety texture, dry structure with a harmonious saline acidity, a trait often found in the 2022 vintage. Medium power, elegant mouthfeel, suave and so easy to drink with long lasting flavours.
Technical Data
GRAPES: Riesling 100%
APPELLATION: Alsace Grand Cru AOC
PH: 3.3
ACIDITY: 3.7 g/l
ABV: 12.8%
AGING: 12 months in large foudres
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Yes
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 2.3 g/l
Unique Selling Points
  • Classic intense Riesling reflective of granite soils and steep slope
  • Certified Organic and Biodynamic
  • 97 points Suckling
  • Unbroken winemaking lineage in Alsace since 1620
  • Tiny 0.32 parcel acquired in 2010 and replanted in 2013
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