At a glance

Producer

Domaine Rietsch

Region

Alsace, France

Grape variety

Riesling

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$35

Tasting profile

Crisp lemon, lime, green apple with wet stone and subtle floral notes

Evolution: Develops richer citrus and petrol notes with age, gaining complexity and roundness

At peak: Balanced minerality and elegant texture with pronounced aromatic complexity

Structure

Acidity

High, vibrant, characteristic of Stein lieu-dit

Tannins

None (typical for Riesling)

Alcohol

12.5%

Aging potential

10+ years, especially from this terroir and vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2040

Optimal window

2023 to 2043

Current status

Approaching early drinking window, showing fresh aromas

Current condition

Fresh acidity with crisp citrus and mineral notes

The 2021 vintage in Alsace is marked by elegant acidity and ripe flavors that will develop over the next decade, reaching peak complexity around 5-10 years from now due to the wine’s classic terroir and dry style.

Food pairing

Excellent with seafood (particularly shellfish), white fish, sushi, light poultry dishes, and mildly spicy cuisine such as Thai or Vietnamese food.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Manual vineyard work, cover cropping, minimal intervention in cellar, natural yeasts

Domaine Rietsch adopts environmentally sound viticulture practices including organic certification, reduced energy use in production, and careful water management. Their commitment to sustainability balances traditional methods with modern environmental awareness, contributing to a low-carbon product footprint especially for local and European markets.