Dopff & Irion Chateau Riquewihr
Alsace Gewurztraminer Cuvee Rene Dopff 2025
Other years:
2023| Denomination | AOC Alsace |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Alsace (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Traminer Aromatico |
| Aging | Ageing on the fine lees for 6 months in stainless steel, with further resting in vats (no ageing in barriques). |
| Other years | 2023 |
- Style and grapes: Still medium-dry white from 100% Gewürztraminer, Alsace AOC designation
- Aromatic aromas: Notes of rose, lychee, spices, raisins and honey, with menthol undertones
- Taste profile: Medium-full body, harmonious sweetness, balanced acidity and a fresh finish
- Winemaking: Hand-picked, gentle pressing, 6 months on the fine lees in stainless steel
- Food pairings: Serve at 10-12°C with spicy Asian dishes, fish, cheeses and desserts
Description
What type of wine it is
The Alsace Gewurztraminer Cuvee Rene Dopff by Dopff & Irion is an off-dry white wine that fully expresses the character of Gewurztraminer in Alsace. The intense aromatic profile reveals scents of rose, lychee, spices, and delicate notes of honey. On the palate, it shows a medium-full body, where a soft sweetness blends with well-balanced acidity. The sip is rich and juicy, enhanced by ageing on the fine lees in steel, concluding with a fresh and persistent finish with a pleasant mentholated nuance.
Where it comes from
This white originates in Riquewihr thanks to the care of Dopff & Irion. The terraced and optimally exposed vineyards are managed through responsible agriculture, aimed at yield control. The vines grow on a complex clay-limestone mosaic composed of primary and quaternary formations. This geological matrix enhances the clear expression of the terroir, bestowing finesse upon the structure and supporting the wine's complex floral breadth, for a sip that is always vibrant.
How it is produced
Production begins with hand-harvesting, followed by gentle pneumatic pressing to preserve the olfactory potential of the clusters. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, keeping the aromas intact. The wine undergoes ageing on the fine lees for approximately six months, completing its evolution in vats. The total absence of barrel ageing enhances the natural qualities of the fruit, providing a clear and varietal tasting experience.
History and curiosities
Born in the historic Château Riquewihr, the Cuvée René Dopff has embodied the excellence of Alsatian viticulture since 1945. The wine celebrates the commitment of the Dopff & Irion family, dedicated to responsible vineyard management with minimal intervention. The historic vines take root in a mosaic of clay-limestone soils, with geological formations ranging from the Primary to the Quaternary era: a terroir capable of bestowing a vibrant aromatic richness. A faithful expression of Alsace AOC, this elegant masterpiece boasts prestigious international medals.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
At the end of the war, two of the biggest names in viticulture in Riquewihr, René Dopff and the widow Irion, joined forces to found Dopff & Irion. One of their first decisions was to acquire Riquewihr's historic chateau. René Dopff was an emblematic and prestigious wine producer who, for several decades, had a huge influence on the vineyards of Alsace by putting the emphasis on quality (by reducing yields, for example) and modernising the labels. He was, above all, the first to associate a particular grape variety with a terroir and with specific soils Read more
| Name | Dopff & Irion Alsace Gewurztraminer Cuvee Rene Dopff 2025 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still aromatic |
| Denomination | Alsace AOC |
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Traminer Aromatico |
| Country | France |
| Region | Alsace |
| Vendor | Dopff & Irion Chateau Riquewihr |
| Story | History and curiosities Born in the historic Château Riquewihr, the Cuvée René Dopff has embodied the excellence of Alsatian viticulture since 1945. The wine celebrates the commitment of the Dopff & Irion family, dedicated to responsible vineyard management with minimal intervention. The historic vines take root in a mosaic of clay-limestone soils, with geological formations ranging from the Primary to the Quaternary era: a terroir capable of bestowing a vibrant aromatic richness. A faithful expression of Alsace AOC, this elegant masterpiece boasts prestigious international medals. |
| Origin | Riquewihr, Alsace, France |
| Soil composition | Mosaic of soils from primary to quaternary formations; limestone and clay-limestone |
| Production technique | Low-pressure direct pneumatic pressing; vinification and fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; ageing on the fine lees in stainless steel tanks (approximately 6 months) with further resting in vats; no ageing in barriques. |
| Wine making | Manual harvesting of the grapes; direct low-pressure pneumatic pressing; fermentation and vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; ageing on the fine lees in stainless steel (approximately 6 months) with further resting in vats; no ageing in barriques. |
| Aging | Ageing on the fine lees for 6 months in stainless steel, with further resting in vats (no ageing in barriques). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |