The Quintessence Of Alsatian wines.
In exceptional years, the grapes of Joseph Cattin’s best vineyards are harvested when they are overripe, several weeks after the official start of the picking season.
MoreRiesling Vendanges Tardives is a late harvest wine characterized by a perfect balance between acidity and smoothness. The noble rot provides this wine with a unique level of concentration.
MoreA gastronomic masterpiece, the summit of the world’s late harvest wines. The botrytised grapes produce a level of concentration with incomparable depth and flavors.
MoreIn exceptional years, the grapes of Joseph Cattin’s best vineyards are harvested when they are overripe, several weeks after the official start of the picking season.
MoreThis rich and full-bodied red wine is produced in the far south of Alsace, in the village of STEINBACH, historically renowned for its high quality Pinot Noir (formerly called « STEINBACHER RODA ».
MoreThis Riesling is produced from a selected plot located in the Southern part of Alsace, near the village of Voegtlinshoffen where the Cattin family has been producing wine since 1720.
MoreVarietal
100 % Gewurztraminer
Soil
Marl and limestone
Farming
Limited yields. Guyot pruning, with 5 500 vines per ha on average. Sustainable farming practices to preserve the richness of our terroirs.
Winemaking
The overripe grapes are late harvested to obtain concentrated aromas and flavors. Gentle pressing of the grapes. Fermentation between 18 and 22℃. Ageing in the cellar for several years before release.
Tasting notes
Appearance: light gold with amber reflects.
Nose: fruity aromas like pineapple and litchi, with a hint of spinicess.
Palate: generous palate, sweet and balanced. Flavors of honey, litchi and spice, long-lasting and pleasant finish.
Serving suggestion
This wine can be tasted alone or with desserts (such as flambéed bananas or pineapple donuts), foie-gras as well as strong cheeses like old parmesan. It matches also well with spicy dishes like tandoori chicken or pekin duck.
Serving Temperature: 6-8℃.
Harvest Method
Hand-havested
Ageing Potential
At least 15 years, depending on the vintage
Varietal
100% Riesling
Soil
Marl and limestone
Farming
Limited yields. South-east facing slopes with heavy, deep and well-drained calcareous marl. Guyot pruning, with 5 500 vines per ha on average. Sustainable farming practices to preserve the richness of our terroirs.
Winemaking
The overripe grapes are late harvested in order to obtain concentrated aromas and flavors. Gentle pressing of the grapes. Fermentation between 18 and 22℃. Ageing in the cellar for several years before release.
Tasting notes
Appearance: gold
Nose: mineral, rich and intense, notes of lemon and grapefruits
Palate: silky texture, honey flavor and candied fruits characters, a nice acidity, rich and with a fresh finish.
Serving suggestion
This Riesling Vendanges Tardives can be tasted alone or accompany foie gras, exotic dishes or fruit based desserts such as a lemon meringue pie.
Serving Temperature: 6-8℃.
Harvest Method
Hand-harvested
Ageing Potential
15 years
Varietal
100 % Pinot Gris
Soil
Marl and limestone
Farming
Limited yields. South-east facing slopes with heavy, deep and well-drained calcareous marl. Guyot pruning, with 6 500 vines per ha on average. Sustainable farming practices to preserve the richness of its terroir.
Winemaking
On exceptional years only, the botrytised grains are hand-picked very late in the picking season, usually after the first.
The wine will firstly be aged in traditional old oak foudres and then in the bottle for several years.
Tasting notes
Appearance: bright gold.
Nose: gingerbread, raisins and honey aromas.
Palate: Silky and smooth, slightly honey-like texture, this wine is very complex on the palate with candied fruits, cooked pineapples and toasty flavors; slightly spicy.
Serving suggestion
Great companion for big events, the Pinot Gris Sélection de Grains Nobles will absolutely please your guests by matching with foie gras, fine pastries and well-made chocolates. This rich and flavorful dessert wine can also be enjoyed alone.
Serving Temperature: 8-10℃.
Harvest Method
Hand-harvested
Ageing Potential
10 to 20 years, maybe longer depending on the vintage
Varietal
100% Pinot Gris
Soil
Marl and limestone
Farming
Limited yields. Guyot pruning, with 5 500 vines per ha on average. Sustainable farming practices to preserve the richness of our terroirs.
Winemaking
The overripe grapes are late harvested lin order to obtain concentrated aromas and flavors. Gentle pressing of the grapes. Fermentation between 18 and 22℃. Ageing in the cellar for several years.
Tasting notes
Appearance: intense gold with orange hues, legs and tears.
Nose: rich aromas of dry raisins and apricots.
Palate: dessert wine, balanced by a nice acidity; flavors of dry raisins, honey and cooked fruits; sweet and powerful, with a long-lasting finish.
Serving suggestion
This Pinot Gris Vendanges Tardives can be enjoyed alone or with foies-gras, strong cheese and desserts.
Serving Temperature: 8-10℃.
Harvest Method
Hand-harvested
Ageing Potential
At least 15 years, depending on the vintage
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Soil
Ferruginous sandstone
Farming
Limited yields. Guyot pruning. Vines are planted on the south-east facing slopes. Sustainable farming practices to preserve the richness of its terroir.
Winemaking
Long maceration in order to extract color and tannins from the skin. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation between 18 and 22℃. Ageing in French oak casks for 18 months, followed by a long ageing in the bottle before release.
Tasting notes
Appearance: intense ruby, with legs and tears.
Nose: intense, red fruits (blackcurrants, cherry and raspberry).
Palate: well-structured, with integrated tannins and a hint of spiciness.
Serving suggestion
The Pinot Noir Steinbach is an extraordinary wine, it goes perfectly with savoring meats like game and lamb as well as with mature cheeses.
Serving temperature: 16℃ after decanting.
Harvest Method
Hand-harvested
Ageing Potential
At least 10 years
Varietal
Riesling
Soil
Marl and limestone soil
Farming
Limited yields. Guyot pruning. Sustainable farming practices to preserve the richness of our terroirs.
Winemaking
Slow pressing of the grapes. Fermentation between 18°C and 22°C. Ageing first in traditional old oak foudres (big old barrels typical from Alsace) and then ageing in bottle for several years to reveal the characteristics of its terroir.
Tasting notes
Appearance: Pale gold.
Nose: Mineral (flint and chalk) with a hint of citrus.
Palate: Mineral and dry. A vibrant acidity with notes of citrus. Long-lasting finish.
Serving suggestion
This is a gastronomic Riesling which will beautifully pair with fish and seafood due to its saline and mineral characteristics. Exquisite with king crab or with a grilled turbot!
Serving Temperature: 8-10℃.
Harvest Method
Hand-harvested
Ageing Potential
Up to 15 years