GUSTAVE LORENTZ RIESLING EMPREINTES D'ADDICT G.C. 2016

GUSTAVE LORENTZ RIESLING “EMPREINTES D’ADDICT” GRAND CRU 2016 – ALSACE

Grand Cru Riesling | Precise, Mineral, and Exceptionally Age-Worthy

Region: Alsace Grand Cru, France
Grape: 100% Riesling
Style: Dry, medium-bodied, and mineral-driven with remarkable precision

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Highly aromatic and complex, with notes of lime zest, green apple, and citrus layered with white flowers, flint, and a subtle petrol nuance

Palate:
Focused and vibrant, showcasing citrus, lemon, and orchard fruit with a pronounced mineral backbone and refined tension

Structure:
Medium-bodied with high acidity, a linear, precise profile, and excellent balance

Finish:
Long, clean, and persistent, with lingering citrus, minerality, and a refined saline edge

In Summary

“Empreintes d’Addict” is a distinctive Grand Cru Riesling from Gustave Lorentz, crafted to highlight the purity, precision, and terroir expression of Alsace’s finest vineyard sites.

The 2016 vintage has developed beautifully, offering both freshness and complexity. It delivers a refined balance of citrus, minerality, and subtle tertiary notes, making it an elegant and age-worthy expression of Riesling.

Vintage Notes

The 2016 vintage in Alsace produced wines with excellent balance and acidity, resulting in Rieslings that are precise, structured, and capable of long ageing.

Drinking Window

Now: Drinking beautifully
Peak: 2022–2040+
Cellaring Potential: 20+ years

Food Pairing

Seafood and shellfish
Oysters and caviar
Spiced cuisine
Goat cheese and fresh cheeses