Domaine Valentin Zusslin, Grand Cru Pfingstberg Riesling 2018

£96.10

From the steep, limestone-sandstone slopes of Pfingstberg Grand Cru, this 2018 Riesling is a poised and structured expression of Alsace's noble grape, shaped by biodynamic farming and minimal intervention in the cellar.

The nose opens with striking purity: preserved lemon, green apple, and white peach, interwoven with flinty minerality, lime zest, and subtle floral tones of elderflower and dried chamomile. On the palate, it is laser-focused and dry, with precise acidity and a taut, vertical structure. Notes of citrus oil, crushed stone, and wet slate unfurl slowly, giving way to a long, saline finish with a fine phenolic grip and a hint of herbal lift.

A serious, contemplative Riesling—built for aging but already showing layers of elegance and complexity.

From the steep, limestone-sandstone slopes of Pfingstberg Grand Cru, this 2018 Riesling is a poised and structured expression of Alsace's noble grape, shaped by biodynamic farming and minimal intervention in the cellar.

The nose opens with striking purity: preserved lemon, green apple, and white peach, interwoven with flinty minerality, lime zest, and subtle floral tones of elderflower and dried chamomile. On the palate, it is laser-focused and dry, with precise acidity and a taut, vertical structure. Notes of citrus oil, crushed stone, and wet slate unfurl slowly, giving way to a long, saline finish with a fine phenolic grip and a hint of herbal lift.

A serious, contemplative Riesling—built for aging but already showing layers of elegance and complexity.

Domaine Valentin Zusslin has been established in the village of Orshwihr, southern Alsace since 1691. Representing the 13th generation are brother and sister Jean-Paul and Marie Zusslin. They took over the winery in 2000 and have followed in their father’s footsteps to protect their land and elevate Domaine Valentin Zusslin to the pinnacle of Alsace wines.

Grape variety : 100% Riesling Terroir : Limestone marls on Sandstone Plots : Pfingstberg Average age of the vines : 50+ years Orientation : South East Altitude : 300m Harvest : Manual Vinification: Hand harvested, transported in 20kg boxes to the winery. Slow and long press (12 hours) Spontaneous fermentation in oak barrels Ageing: Up to 2 years in traditional Oak Casks Malolatic Fermentaion: 100% Acidity: 2.99g/l Sugar: 3.8g/l Alcohol: 13.5%

 

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