The
Vineyard
With 1300 hectares (3,211 acres), 500 hectares of which are in and
around Eguisheim, there is a lot of raw material
for a specialty importer to choose from. Pinot
Blanc has been known in Alsace since the 16th century. Today
it covers 22% of the vineyards and is the second most
important variety after Riesling.
It succeeds well in most soils and enjoys the dry
microclimate of the area. The grapes are gathered in vineyards situated above Eguisheim
and in surrounding villages. Rangen is the most southerly
vineyard in Alsace and belongs to the towns of Thann and
Vieux-Thann. This mountainside vineyard ranges from 340 to
470 m in altitude, and its slopes are extremely steep (up to
85%), with dark, stony soil, where
harvesting resembles mountain climbing because the grape-pickers work
from top to bottom, secured with harnesses and ropes. The
grapes are brought down on sledges. The river
Thur which flows at its base helps to preserve it from spring
frosts. From the geological point of view, Rangen is
immediately adjacent to the main Vosges fault and lies on the
Devonian-Carboniferous volcano-clastic base. This gives a siliceous rock, more or less
coarse sand, with acid and basic minerals, fertilizing
elements for the soil: Ca, K, Mg, Mn, Fe, F, P, S, with trace
elements. Rangen is the only
vineyard in Alsace on volcano-clastic rocks.
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UPC code: 7 84585 00270 2
2006 Wolfberger, Pinot Blanc 12/750ml
Harvest mid-September.
A light, pale color. Round and fruity. This clean and crisp style of wine displays delicate
peach aromas and a hint of almonds.
Smooth on the palate, it has a good balance, a creamy
texture with a clean aftertaste.
This wine is excellent with shellfish and smoked meat.
National Retail: $
14.99 / bottle
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UPC code: 7 84585 00628 1
2006 Wolfberger, Pinot Gris 12/750ml
Powerful and well structured wine. Round, rich, offering
fruity aromas, toasty and spicy notes.
Excellent as an aperitif, it also pairs well with poultry,
game and numerous cheeses.
National Retail: $19.99 / bottle
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UPC code: 7 84585 00629 8
2007 Wolfberger, Riesling 12/750ml
Most popular wine in Alsace. Citrus and mineral
aromas, good acidity.
Excellent with grilled fish or cooked in a sauce, and
shellfish.
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UPC code: 7 84585 00629 8
2006 Wolfberger, Riesling 12/750ml
Most popular wine in Alsace. Citrus and mineral
aromas, good acidity.
Excellent with grilled fish or cooked in a sauce, and
shellfish.
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UPC code: 7 84585 00629 8
2005 Wolfberger, Riesling 12/750ml
National Retail: $17.99 / bottle
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UPC code: 7
84585 00271 9
N.V. Wolfberger,
Crémant d'Alsace, Brut 12/750ml
The production of sparkling wine was
already known in Alsace in the early 1900's.
The Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (A.O.C.) Crémant d’Alsace
began with an official decree in August 1976.
80 % Pinot Blanc, 20% Riesling-Pinot Gris-Chardonnay.
Pale golden color. Fine, persistent bubbles. Floral nose with a hint of spiciness, gentle fruitiness (peach,
apricot), and lovely balance. Fruity and lively in the palate,
it has a clean and crisp finish. This wine will suit any
special occasion.
National Retail: $21.99 / bottle
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UPC code: 7
84585 00366 2
N.V. Wolfberger,
Crémant d'Alsace, Brut Rosé 12/750ml
100 % Pinot
Noir.
The harvest occurs mid September, usually two weeks
before the harvest for still wines, when the grapes offer the
best balance. Only the healthiest grapes are hand selected and
gathered in small crates.
Vinification: gentle pressing of
whole grapes is followed by temperature controlled fermentation
in stainless steel tanks. After bottling, bottle fermentation
takes place in cellars at 12°C. A minimum of 15 months bottle
aging before disgorging ensures ripeness.
Lovely delicate salmon color with active, small bubbles. Round and full-bodied, this
Crémant Rosé displays beautiful watermelon and strawberry
aromas cascading in a smooth finish.
National Retail: $21.99 / bottle
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UPC code: 7 84585 00329
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2007 Wolfberger, Gewürztraminer 12/750ml
100% Gewürztraminer.
The wine offers spicy, rose petal and litchi aromas followed by
white peach, mango and litchi flavors, and an elegant, lasting aftertaste. Classic varietal
flavor - well focused.
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UPC code: 7 84585 00329
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2006 Wolfberger, Gewürztraminer 12/750ml
100% Gewürztraminer.
The wine offers spicy, rose petal and litchi aromas followed by
white peach, mango and litchi flavors, and an elegant, lasting aftertaste. Classic varietal
flavor - well focused.
National Retail: $20.99 / bottle
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UPC code: 7
84585 00409 6
1999 Wolfberger, Pinot Gris, Grand Cru, Rangen 12/750ml
Rangen is generally considered as the top Grand Cru
vineyard in Alsace. It measures around 15 hectares (37
acres).
Made from 100 % Pinot Gris.
A deep golden color. The nose opens on grilled nuts and
smoke, with aromas of baked apple, quince, candied fruit and
honey. This
smoothly textured wine is packed with ripe, sweet fruit, yet
it manages to remain fresh and lively in character and has a
long and graceful finish.
If can be enjoyed on its own, makes a
wonderful aperitif and will complement any refined dishes such
as foie gras or lobster.
National Retail: $75.00 / bottle
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UPC code: 7 84585 00792 9
2007 Wolfberger, Edelzwicker 6/1.0 L
Grapes: 60 % Pinot
Blanc + Sylvaner + Chasselas, 15% Gewurztraminer, 10%
Riesling, 10 % Pinot Gris and 5 % Muscat. Each grape variety is harvested individually
in early
or mid-October on the most suitable date for each vineyard.
Edelzwicker has a nose of grilled almonds and walnuts, with a
light floral hint following. The
first sip shows its true character: fresh and lemony with
vegetal, herbaceous flavor. It is round and easy drinking, not
overpowering and finishes clean. It is a good companion for
food without ever dominating it. In Alsace it is served by the
glass or in large jugs to partner regional specialties. In
general Edelzwicker goes well with fresh salads, cold or warm
starters, but also with oysters, mussels and seafood. It
should always be served chilled, around 10 ° C.
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UPC code: 7 84585 00792 9
2006 Wolfberger, Edelzwicker 6/1.0 L
National Retail: $14.99 / bottle
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