Hugel Riesling Estate

The Hugel Riesling Estate shows what Alsace is known for: precise fruit, lively acidity and that characteristic mineral tension that keeps the palate awake.

Hugel & Fils is one of the oldest wineries in Alsace – established in Riquewihr since 1639 and now run by the thirteenth generation. Their "Estate" Riesling comes from their own vineyards around Riquewihr and Sporen, two of the region's most prestigious sites. The winery stands for classic Alsatian style: clean fermentation, no oak influence, and a clear varietal profile.

In the glass: lemon zest and grapefruit, with a hint of white blossoms and wet slate. The finish is dry, carried by a crisp, almost salty minerality – typical of Riesling from the granite and slate subsoil of Alsace.

• Dishes: Flammkuchen with crème fraîche, fried pike-perch, mussels in white wine broth or young goat cheese
• Temperature: 9–11 °C
• Occasion: Aperitif, light lunch, summer evening