Lissner - Riesling 2019

Country: FranceRegion: Wolxheim, AlsaceAppellation: Appellation Alsace ProtégéeGrape varieties: RieslingStyle: WhiteABV: 13.5% by vol.Yield: 35ha/hlTerroir: Limestone, Southeast orientation (fresh exposure)Average age of vines: 35 yearsFarming: Dry-farmed, Fukuoka approach. Certified organic.Harvest: By handVinification: Direct press of select whole clusters using gentle pneumatic press. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts. No fining. No filtration.Aging: Alsatian foudre, 6+ months on leesSulfur added: None Notes: This cuvée contains Riesling grapes from two different plots which are typically the last to be harvested at the domaine. One is located directly in the village of Wolxheim; the other climbs up a steep hill and is exposed Southeast. While receiving overall less light, the latter is privy to consistent winds that lend a unique freshness to the wine.  More traditional Riesling nose, with yellow fruit, stone and petrol. Mineral on the palate, again yellow fruit, now