# Riesling Tradition

- **Producer:** Michel Fonné
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** 100% Riesling
- **Region:** Alsace, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €18
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lemon, apple, pear, rose, mineral

## About this wine

Riesling Tradition by Michel Fonné is a dry white wine from the Alsace AOC in France, made from 100% Riesling grapes. The Fonné family has a deep-rooted history in Alsatian winemaking, with Michel Fonné now leading the estate alongside his three daughters. The estate has recently embraced certified organic viticulture, reflecting a commitment to sustainable practices and the expression of terroir. The 'Tradition' range aims to deliver gastronomic wines that highlight the character of the grape and its origin.

## Interesting facts

- The Fonné family has been cultivating vines since 1747.
- The estate transitioned to certified organic viticulture starting with the 2022 vintage.
- Michel Fonné works alongside his three daughters, continuing a seven-generation winemaking tradition.
- The 'Tradition' range is designed to showcase the pure essence of each grape variety.

## Food pairing

The wine's high acidity and dry profile cut through richness and fat, making it an excellent companion for seafood and pork. Its mineral notes complement the subtle flavors of fish and shellfish, while its freshness balances richer dishes like choucroute.

## Wine making process

The production of Riesling Tradition begins with manual harvesting of grapes from vines averaging 35 years old. The fruit undergoes slow and gentle pneumatic pressing before fermentation. This fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks using natural yeasts over several months. Following fermentation, the wine is aged on its fine lees in the same tanks until bottling, a process that contributes to its texture and complexity. The estate has been certified organic since the 2022 vintage.