Historic family-run winery in Riquewihr (Alsace); renowned for its expression of the terroir in its dry wine ranges and for its late-harvest specialties.
Winery founded by the Hugel family and rooted in Riquewihr; it has remained in the hands of the same family for generations. The estate is known for the role it played in defining the rules for Vendanges Tardives and Sélection de Grains Nobles in Alsace, and it preserves historic cellars and barrels in the medieval center of Riquewihr.
Production philosophy
Emphasizes the expression of the terroir and noble Alsatian grape varieties, with hand-harvested fruit and a range that spans from the more approachable "Classic" wines to high-end cuvées based on individual lieux-dits. The standard bottlings are generally dry; the special cuvées reflect the commitment to the quality and authenticity of the grape variety and the site.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards concentrated around the village of Riquewihr, with plots situated on prestigious terroirs, including parcels in the main lieux-dits/Grand Cru such as Schoenenbourg, Sporen and Pflostig; grapes are also acquired under contract from selected vineyards in the region.
Awards and recognition
Member of Primum Familiae Vini; historically recognized for its regulatory contribution to Vendanges Tardives and Sélection de Grains Nobles; cited among the great Alsatian maisons.
Characteristics
Grape varieties
Riesling
Gewurztraminer
Pinot Gris
Pinot Blanc
Muscat
Pinot Noir
Sylvaner
Hectares
30.0
What makes it distinctive
Founded in 1639 and still family-run.
Headquarters and cellars in the medieval village of Riquewihr.
Approximately 30 hectares of estate-owned vineyards on terroirs primarily classified as Grand Cru.
Distinctive range comprising the Classic, Tradition, Estate, Jubilee, Grossi Laüe and cuvée Vendanges Tardives / SGN lines.
A pioneer in institutionalizing the standards for Vendanges Tardives and Sélection de Grains Nobles