Riesling 2023 | Domaine Allimant-Laugner | Alsace

The 2023 Riesling from Domaine Allimant-Laugner is a white wine produced in Alsace, France. This vintage comes from vineyards located north of Orschwiller, situated on granitic soils in northern Alsace. The winery, based near the Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg, has been cultivating vines for eleven generations. The Laugner family manages twelve hectares of land, focusing on the seven traditional grape varieties of the region. Farming organically (control body FR-BIO-09), the domaine also follows biodynamic practices, balancing tradition with modern winemaking techniques.

Harvesting took place manually during the third week of September 2023. The winemaking process is minimalist: fermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The resulting wine is totally dry, containing only 1.7 g/L of residual sugar and finishing at 12.29% alcohol by volume, with minimal sulfites added. It is recommended to be served at 10°C.

The expected profile reflects the granitic terroir and temperature-controlled fermentation, yielding a crisp, clean expression typical of northern Alsace Riesling. This structure makes it an ideal companion for appetizers, cured meats, white meats, poultry, and fish dishes.

Critical reception includes a score from The Wine Advocate (Parker), which awarded the 2023 vintage 90 points.

Overall, this Riesling represents a precise, terroir-driven interpretation of Alsace’s classic white grape. By combining organic principles with traditional vinification, Domaine Allimant-Laugner delivers a wine that is both authentic and refined, offering a clear taste of its granitic origins.