Pierre Sparr
Schoenenbourg Grand Cru Riesling
The Schoenenbourg Grand Cru vineyard stretches across a rather steep south and southeast-facing hillside between the villages of Riquewihr and Zellenberg, covering a total area of 53.4 hectares (132 acres), at an altitude of 265 to 380 meters (869 to 1,246 feet). Schoenenbourg vineyard has been renowned since the 16th century and Pierre Sparr's offering is 100% estate grown.
The Schoenenbourg Grand Cru vineyard stretches across a rather steep south and southeast-facing hillside between the villages of Riquewihr and Zellenberg, covering a total area of 53.4 hectares (132 acres), at an altitude of 265 to 380 meters (869 to 1,246 feet). Schoenenbourg vineyard has been renowned since the 16th century and Pierre Sparr’s offering is 100% estate grown.
- Region
- Alsace
- Appellation
- Alsace
- Sub-Appellation
- Schoenenbourg Grand Cru AOP
- Varietal Composition
- Riesling
- Aging
- Traditional, temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel, no malolactic fermentation. Aged in stainless steel tanks, on fine lees for 8 to 10 months.
- Alcohol
- 13.5%
Nice golden color. Very expressive and complex nose. Large range of fruity and floral notes, elegant and full of promise. Citrus fruits and white flowers and a hint of minerality are revealing the limestone soil of this wonderful terroir.
On the palate, the fresh structure of the Riesling is balanced by its body, dense and straight. A hint of sweetness reinforces this full-bodied and full-flavored side typical for a Grand Cru.
Its future and potential are drawn well. It is a gastronomic wine which can be drunk young and will open up coming years.
Wine Spectator
90 Points
2020
"“Richly styled and round, with ripe melon, green plum and star fruit flavors. Mouthcoating, but not heavy, with citrus and floral notes cruising alongside a vein of minerality and bitter almond elements. Full-bodied and long, with a zesty finish."
— Kristen Bieler, 2024
