Description
The Valentin Zusslin winery dates back to 1691 and is one of the oldest wineries in Alsace. Since 1997, the winery has been run by the third generation of Valentin and Marie Zusslin. They adhere to traditional winemaking methods while incorporating the principles of biodynamics and organic farming to produce high-quality wines.
The goal of Valentin Zusslin Winery is to produce wines that truly reflect the characteristics of the land and grape varieties. They believe that the growing environment of the grapes and the characteristics of the soil have a significant impact on the flavor and character of the wine. Therefore, they work to preserve the vitality and ecological balance of the soil and respect the rhythms and cycles of nature.
The winery’s vineyards are located in places such as Schwendi and Obereisenbach in the Alsace region. The soil in these areas is mainly composed of limestone, clay and sand, which provides rich grapes. of minerals and nutrients.
The vineyards at Valentin Zusslin Winery are all biodynamically farmed and they follow the biodynamic calendar, planting and managing according to the movements of the moon and constellations. They avoid the use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers, instead using natural methods to protect their vineyards from pests and diseases, such as plant manure piles and herbal preparations.
During the winemaking process, the grapes are harvested by hand at Valentin Zusslin Winery and fermented using natural yeasts. They age their wine in large wooden barrels to preserve the purity and natural flavor of the wine. They avoid using too much oak to ensure that the wines express the character of the land and grapes themselves.
The wines of Domaine Valentin Zusslin regularly receive high praise and awards, and are considered among the best and representative wines of the Alsace region. Their wines display purity, elegance and complex flavor characteristics and have good aging potential.
Valentin Zusslin Riesling Les Chapelles Alsace 2020 is a wine from the domaine that represents their commitment to tradition, biodynamics and sustainability. This wine may be a very personal and unique choice, showing the unique style and pursuit of quality of Valentin Zusslin Winery. It may have intense citrus and stone fruit aromas, along with refreshing acidity and a mineral structure. This wine may be ideal as an aperitif to accompany seafood, white meat or vegetable dishes.
In addition to Valentin Zusslin Riesling Les Chapelles Alsace 2020, the winery also produces a number of other wines, including Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir. Each wine showcases the characteristics of the Alsace region and the unique style of the Valentin Zusslin winery.
The hard work and commitment of Valentin Zusslin Winery has made them one of the pioneers in biodynamic and organic wine production. Their work focuses not only on the quality of the wine, but also on the health of the land and the balance of the ecosystem. Their efforts embody the values of sustainability and environmental protection while providing consumers with a premium and unique wine experience.
Origin : France
Type： White Wine
Grapes : Riesling
Alcohol : 13%
Bottle Size：750ml
