"Vendanges Tardives" is a specific classification for exceptional naturally rich and sweet late harvest wines which are the result of great patience and experience.


Surface area : 20 ares

Location : on the mid-slope of the hillside with south-eastern exposure

Soil : Clay

Age of the vines : 20 years

Grape varieties : 100 % Gewurztraminer

Production : 1 200 bottles

Main analytic characteristics :
- natural alcoholic potential = 16°
- alcohol = 11°3
- residual sugar = 79 g/l
- pH = 3.7

Tasting notes :
- A bright straw yellow colour with gold reflections
- An intense well-developed and complex nose of over-ripening which develops many aromas: honey, candied fruits, dry fruits and also very subtle floral perfumes …
- On the palate, after a silky entry, it shows a wonderful richness with a strong lingering aromatic expression .

Associations :
A gorgeous wine to drink on its own, just for the pleasure and the emotion… or with:
- Foie Gras
- Mature strong flavoured cheeses
- Desserts (with fruits or chocolate)

Ageing : It can be drunk now or still benefit from 5 years ageing.