Cuvee du Schlossherr Pinot Gris
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck or goose, classic Alsatian pork dishes, and mildly spiced Asian cuisine.
✨ Technical Specifications
Wolfberger, founded in 1902 in the historic village of Eguisheim, is a cornerstone of Alsatian winemaking heritage. The 'Cuvée du Schlossherr' (meaning Lord of the Castle) pays homage to the medieval fortresses that overlook the sun-drenched vineyards of Alsace. Crafted from 100% Pinot Gris, this wine captures the essence of the region's complex mosaic of soils. The grapes undergo gentle pressing and temperature-controlled fermentation to preserve their intense aromatics. The resulting wine is rich and beautifully textured, showcasing the classic Alsatian Pinot Gris profile of ripe stone fruits, honeyed pear, and a characteristic hint of smoky spice, all balanced by a refreshing mineral finish.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1902 in the historic medieval village of Eguisheim, Wolfberger began as the Cave Coopérative Vinicole d'Eguisheim, among the pioneering winegrower unions of Alsace. Today, the cooperative unites over 300 member families cultivating roughly 1,200 hectares spanning across the Haut-Rhin and Bas-Rhin, including holdings across 15 Grand Cru sites such as Pfersigberg, Eichberg, and Rangen. Viticultural parcels traverse diverse geological foundations—ranging from classic limestone-clay and marl to fractured granite and steep volcanic scree—sheltered by the rain shadow of the Vosges Mountains. Viticulture adheres to rigorous sustainable guidelines through HVE Level 3 and Agri-Confiance certifications, complemented by dedicated certified-organic bottlings. Wolfberger has cemented its international reputation as both an innovator and benchmark producer of AOC Crémant d'Alsace, alongside precision-led still varietals. Its benchmark wines range from vibrant Riesling and Gewurztraminer Vieilles Vignes to richly concentrated Vendanges Tardives and botrytized Sélection de Grains Nobles.