Located in north east of France, close to the German border, Alsace is known for stunning white wines from Riesling, Pinot Blanc and Gewürztraminer. There is also some sparkling wines made as well as a small amount of red wine.
Alsace AOC is the main appellation in the Alsace region and covers wines from a number of different varieties, the most important of which are Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Blanc. Interestingly, the area experiences more hours of sunshine per year than anywhere else in France.
Domaine Trimbach is one of the most recognised names in Alsace. Its prestigious winemaking history dates back to 1626. Located in the heart of Ribeauvillé, one of the iconic villages of the appellation, Trimbach produces a range of single varietal wines from the classic varieties of the region.
The Frey family have a long viticultural history dating back to the early 1700s. Organically farmed since 1996, they oversee 19 hectares of vineyard planted with the typical white varieties of Alsace.
Based in Bergheim in the heart of Alsace, Domaine Marcel Deiss are one of the go to names of the region. Spread over nine villages they boast twenty-six hectares of hillside vineyard.
Bernard & Arthur Bohn preside over one of Alsace’s excellent organic estates. They produce stunning terroir driven wines from single vineyard sites.
Henri Ehrhart produces a range of great value Grand Cru wines from the Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer.
Domaines Schlumberger is a large producer based in Alsace. The domaine produces a number of wines from Grand Cru sites.
Domaine Bott-Geyl is one of the top estate in Alsace. With a family history dating back to the late 18th century, the estate now covers 15 hectares of vineyard with an impressive six Grand Cru sites.
Domaine Rieflé-Landmann is a highly respected producer of Alsace, notably from the Steinert Grand Cru.
Established in 1970, Domaine Bruno Sorg has a good reputation in Alsace for producing crisp, refreshing white wines.
Domaine Barmès-Buecher, located in the heart of the Alsace region, just a few kilometres from Colmar and Eguisheim. Today Sophie and Maxime Barmès run the domaine following their father’s passing. Its 15 hectares were converted to biodynamic growing in 1998 and have been certified biodynamic since the 2001 vintage.
Domaine André Ostertag is an extremely well respected estate in Alsace. Best known for the production of biodynamic wines, including from some of the region’s Grand Cru sites.
