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"The elegance and class of this grandiose cuvée this year are thrilling to beh... "The elegance and class of this grandiose cuvée this year are thrilling to behold. Fronholz is a vineyard composed primarily of quartz, and the taste of an Ostertag wine from here is reminiscent of this stone: sleek, transparent, and brilliant. The... more

"It would be an oversight to talk about Ostertag and not mention soil, the for... "It would be an oversight to talk about Ostertag and not mention soil, the foremost influence on the family’s wines. Their Les Jardins range blends several parcels with diverse geological composition, though a gravelly minerality stands out in this... more

"Brand is an imposing grand cru, standing steep and proud above the town of Tu... "Brand is an imposing grand cru, standing steep and proud above the town of Turckheim, exposed due south and planted in pure granite. Hot stone is a theme in this wine, not unlike Rangen, although less peaty, and similar in style to Ostertag’s... more

"The notion of terroir takes on even more significance with this bottling from... "The notion of terroir takes on even more significance with this bottling from André Ostertag that comes from a very specific site. And what a site it is: a steep southern slope composed of pink sandstone, gneiss, and granite, Heissenberg gives a... more

"Perched on a hillside near the village of Epfig, the Fronholz vineyard is kno... "Perched on a hillside near the village of Epfig, the Fronholz vineyard is known for producing craggy, mineral-driven Rieslings with bracing acidity. The Ostertag family farms their parcels biodynamically, and the Fronholz’s vibrant mix of fruit and... more

"Zellberg is a steep limestone hillside beautifully rendered on the label by w... "Zellberg is a steep limestone hillside beautifully rendered on the label by winemaker André's wife, Christine. The site has enabled André to master his style of dry Pinot Gris, vinified in the Burgundian fashion. As it ages—slowly and gracefully,... more

"The racy Clos Mathis cuvée is made from a single plot of Riesling grown on pu... "The racy Clos Mathis cuvée is made from a single plot of Riesling grown on pure granite slopes. If it’s in stock, you should grab it, and either open it now with crispy tuna and lime tostadas, or set it aside to let it soften and evolve for a few... more

"This one from Ostertag has no aspirations of grandeur; rather, its purpose is... "This one from Ostertag has no aspirations of grandeur; rather, its purpose is to quench thirst, inspire joy, and wash down simple yet gratifying snacks. Vivid fruit marks the aroma, like candied cherry with a hint of red berries. The silky-smooth... more

"Ostertag Fronholz Riesling 2022 White Wine - France" "Ostertag Fronholz Riesling 2022 White Wine - France" more

"Ostertag Les Jardins Riesling 2023 White Wine - France" "Ostertag Les Jardins Riesling 2023 White Wine - France" more

"A favorite go-to wines for a delicious, versatile, dry white, in that categor... "A favorite go-to wines for a delicious, versatile, dry white, in that category between everyday and special occasion. Beautiful aroma, silky mouthfeel, fresh with old-vine weight, interesting, and downright delicious. The 2023 Sylvaner Vieilles... more

"Ostertag Fronholz Pinot Gris 2022 White Wine - France" "Ostertag Fronholz Pinot Gris 2022 White Wine - France" more

"Ostertag Muenchberg Riesling Grand Cru is decidedly lean in its youth, but wi... "Ostertag Muenchberg Riesling Grand Cru is decidedly lean in its youth, but with hints of glycerin, apple wax, and resin that will evolve into lavish layers as it ages. If you have more patience than I do, you’ll buy a case and visit it over the... more

"The year 2021 was a bit rainier in Alsace, conditions that can lead to more t... "The year 2021 was a bit rainier in Alsace, conditions that can lead to more tension in the bottle, especially from a stony terroir like Fronholz. This vintage is exceptionally salty and mineral, with lean aromatics more evocative of stone than... more