The 2019 Rene Mure Grand Cru Vorbourg Clos Saint Landelin Riesling represents a profound expression of Alsatian terroir. This historic monopole vineyard, exclusively owned by the Mure family, is situated within the esteemed Vorbourg Grand Cru. Its unique geological composition, primarily marl-limestone and sandstone, coupled with a south-easterly exposure, imparts a distinctive mineral signature and aromatic intensity to the Riesling grape.
Rene Mure's commitment to biodynamic viticulture ensures optimal vine health and fruit quality. The 2019 vintage in Alsace was characterised by favourable conditions, yielding grapes of excellent ripeness and balanced acidity. Vinification typically involves slow fermentation and extended maturation on fine lees, allowing the wine to develop complexity and textural depth, culminating in a dry, age-worthy Riesling that faithfully reflects its Grand Cru origins.
Tasting notes
The 2019 Clos Saint Landelin Riesling displays a brilliant, pale golden hue. The aromatic profile is complex and evolving, revealing layers of ripe citrus, white peach, and delicate white floral notes, seamlessly integrated with a distinctive mineral core of wet stone and flint. On the palate, it is remarkably dry and concentrated, propelled by a vibrant, crystalline acidity that provides both tension and freshness. Flavours of lemon zest, green apple, and a saline minerality persist through an exceptionally long and precise finish. This is a powerful yet elegant Riesling, structured for significant cellar ageing, promising further complexity with time.