Riesling Selection de Grains Nobles S
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Typically at its peak between 15 to 50 years from the vintage release, possessing near-immortal aging potential.
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Rich foie gras or duck liver terrine, pungent artisanal blue cheeses such as Roquefort, and classic fruit tarts featuring pear or apricot.
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Hugel & Fils, established in the picturesque village of Riquewihr in 1639, is synonymous with the soul of Alsace winemaking. The rare Riesling Selection de Grains Nobles 'S' represents the absolute pinnacle of their craft. Jean 'Johnny' Hugel was the driving force behind the 1984 legislation that legally defined these late-harvest categories. This legendary cuvee is crafted only in exceptional vintages from individually hand-selected, botrytized Riesling berries, primarily sourced from the historic, steep clay-marl slopes of the Schoenenbourg vineyard. The noble rot concentrates the sugars and acids, resulting in a wine of breathtaking complexity, balancing luscious honeyed sweetness with the vibrant, mineral-driven acidity characteristic of the finest Alsace Riesling. It is a testament to centuries of family devotion and the unique microclimate of Riquewihr.
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Established in 1639 in the picturesque medieval town of Riquewihr, Famille Hugel is one of Alsace's most historic and influential wine dynasties, passed down through more than twelve generations. The estate is globally renowned for championing the region's noble grape varieties, particularly Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Pinot Gris, grown on the prestigious clay-limestone slopes of Riquewihr. Famille Hugel famously pioneered the strict guidelines for Alsace's late-harvest wines, Vendanges Tardives and S lection de Grains Nobles, which they craft alongside dry, mineral-driven masterpieces like their Schoelhammer and Grossi La e cuv es. Their winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention, utilizing historic, century-old oak casks in their ancient cellars to produce wines of exceptional longevity, purity, and terroir expression.