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Gewurztraminer is undoubtedly the most expressive and recognisable grape variety in Alsace - and perhaps in the entire world. Its powerful and characteristic aromas of rose, lychee, spices and exotic flowers are identifiable at first sniff, even by the uninitiated. A wine of character and seduction, it represents the quintessence of the Alsatian style: generous, aromatic and of a complexity that rivals the greatest white grape varieties in the world.]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:52:32 +0200 0
Pinot Auxerrois is one of Alsace's most confidential grape varieties. Often blended with Pinot Blanc under the generic label "Klevener" or "Pinot Blanc", it nonetheless deserves to be known in its own right. This generous and velvety variety, with aromas of ripe white fruits and gentle spices, brings roundness and richness to Alsatian blends and forms the secret backbone of many Crémants d'Alsace. A grape variety to discover absolutely for those who are truly interested in Alsatian wines.]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:15:20 +0200 0
Heiligenstein is a small wine village in the Vosges foothills that conceals a treasure unique in the world: the Klevener de Heiligenstein, a pink-berried grape variety grown nowhere else in Alsace and in no other French wine region. This discreet and distinguished wine, with its delicate aromas of rose and gentle spices, is one of the finest curiosities of the Alsatian vineyard. Discover the history of this village and its exceptional grape, a true ambassador of an authentic and preserved Alsatian wine culture.]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:48:37 +0200 0
Alsatian Sylvaner is the great misunderstood of Alsatian grape varieties. Less spectacular than Gewurztraminer, less mineral than Riesling, less velvety than Pinot Gris, it wins hearts with its natural freshness, lightness and straightforwardness. The quintessential thirst-quenching wine, it happily accompanies everyday meals and seafood platters, offering an accessibility and drinkability that its nobler cousins often envy. This guide finally gives it the place it deserves in the Alsatian vineyard.]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:15:54 +0200 0
Alsatian Pinot Blanc is arguably the most underrated grape variety in the region. Less flamboyant than Gewurztraminer, less mineral than Riesling, it wins hearts with its remarkable versatility and accessibility. Aperitif wine, table wine, the backbone of Crémant d'Alsace: Pinot Blanc accompanies every occasion with disarming ease. This guide finally gives it the recognition it deserves.]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:38:46 +0200 0
An Alsatian wine label is a wealth of information for those who know how to read it. Unlike other major French wine regions, Alsace puts the grape variety front and centre - a distinctive feature that makes choosing considerably easier. Vintage, appellation, late harvest mention or Grand Cru: this complete guide explains every element so you can choose your Alsatian wine with complete confidence.]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:03:12 +0200 0
The Alsatian gift box is one of the most popular solutions for giving an authentic, representative gift from the region, without needing to multiply individual searches. Gourmet, wine-themed or artisan, each gift box formula meets different expectations, making it easy to find the perfect gift for every occasion and recipient.]]> Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:45:32 +0200 0
Bringing home a gourmet souvenir from Alsace allows you to extend the pleasure of your trip well after returning. Gingerbread, artisan jams, local honey and vineyard wines rank among the most authentic and representative specialities of the regional terroir, to gift or to enjoy at home.]]> Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:36:16 +0200 0
The Colmar Wine Fair has been, for over seventy years, Alsace's largest wine event and one of France's most important wine fairs. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of visitors gather in the Alsatian capital to discover and taste the entire regional production.]]> Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:07:15 +0200 0
The Barr harvest festival is one of Alsace's oldest and most spectacular wine celebrations. Each autumn, the town dresses in colour and flowers to honour the end of the grape harvest through a vibrant parade, blending agricultural tradition, regional folklore and popular festivity.]]> Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:02:24 +0200 0
Alsatian fruit brandy is one of the lesser-known treasures of the region's gastronomic heritage. Mirabelle, quetsche, kirsch, raspberry - these fruit brandies, distilled using age-old methods by passionate small-scale distillers, testify to a unique craft and an exceptional fruit terroir.]]> Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:33:06 +0200 0
Alsace offers one of France's richest grape variety palettes, each with its own personality and preferred pairings. From mineral Riesling to opulent Gewurztraminer, from light Pinot Noir to festive Crémant - knowing how to match the right wine to the right dish transforms a meal into a true gastronomic experience.]]> Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:50:01 +0200 0
Crémant d'Alsace is France's leading sparkling wine by volume outside Champagne. Produced using the traditional method - second fermentation in the bottle as in Champagne - it offers a quality and characterful alternative, often at a far more accessible price, for every festive and gastronomic occasion.]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:23:11 +0200 0
The Vendanges Tardives and Sélections de Grains Nobles are the two appellations of absolute prestige in the Alsatian wine region. These exceptional sweet wines - produced only in great years, in tiny quantities - rank among the world's finest sweet white wines, capable of rivalling Sauternes and German Trockenbeerenauslesen.]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:17:06 +0200 0
The Alsace Grands Crus represent the elite of Alsatian viticulture. These 51 exceptional terroirs, precisely delimited on the Vosges hillsides, produce the most complex and most gastronomic white wines of the region. A unique viticultural heritage in France, to be discovered and understood to fully appreciate the richness of Alsatian wines.]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:05:48 +0200 0
Munster - or Munster-Géromé - is the quintessential Alsatian cheese. Produced in the Munster valley and on the Vosges high pastures since the Middle Ages, this soft washed-rind cheese has held a Protected Designation of Origin since 1969. Powerful in aroma, surprising on the palate, it is the most authentic expression of the Vosges terroir.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:36:51 +0200 0
Gertwiller, a small village on the Vosges foothills between Obernai and Barr, is recognised worldwide as the world capital of gingerbread. Two exceptional artisan houses - Lips and Fortwenger - have been perpetuating a unique craft for generations, making this village of a few hundred inhabitants the global epicentre of a timeless Alsatian speciality.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:28:36 +0200 0
Alsatian beer soup is one of the most authentic and least-known winter recipes in the regional repertoire. Velvety, slightly bitter, fragrant with cumin and softened with a touch of cream, it is served with toasted gingerbread croutons for a surprising and unforgettable pairing.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:47:27 +0200 0
Onion soup with Riesling is the Alsatian version of the great French classic. Long-caramelised onions, a stock fragrant with Alsatian Riesling and generously Munster-gratinéed croutons - a comforting and refined soup that reinvents a popular dish with the finest produce of the Alsatian terroir.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 0
Smoked palette with lentils is one of the most emblematic winter dishes of Alsatian cuisine. The long-simmered smoked pork shoulder pairs perfectly with soft, aromatic lentils. A generous, economical and deeply comforting dish, worthy of the finest Alsatian winstubs.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 0
Schniederspaetzle are one of the most comforting dishes in Alsatian cuisine. These homemade fresh pasta - cousins of Spätzle - are pan-fried in butter with long-caramelised onions. A simple, generous dish deeply rooted in the tradition of Alsatian winstubs.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 0
Melted Munster with caraway is the simplest and most effective Alsatian hot starter. In under 15 minutes, this emblematic Alsatian cheese transforms into a melting, caraway-scented dish, irresistible served with toasted country bread and a glass of Gewurztraminer.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 0
The Matelote of the Rhine is one of the great overlooked classics of Alsatian cuisine. This freshwater fish stew - carp, pike, perch, eel - simmered in Riesling with shallots, mushrooms and cream, is a recipe from the Rhenish river heritage of rare elegance and generosity.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 0
The quetsch plum Streusel is the emblematic dessert of the Alsatian autumn. A soft yeasted dough, melting slightly tart quetsch plums and a golden crispy streusel topping - three simple layers that make one of the most delicious cakes in Alsatian baking.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 0
Knepfle are the ultimate Alsatian homemade pasta - small irregular dumplings, soft at heart and golden in brown butter. Simple to make, generous on the palate, they embody Alsatian comfort food at its most authentic and most comforting.]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200 0
Between French traditions and Germanic influences, Alsatian cuisine is one of the richest, most generous and most distinctive in France. Choucroute, flammekueche, baeckeoffe, kougelhopf, bretzel, munster - every dish tells a story, a terroir, a way of life. The complete guide to the unmissables.]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:53:20 +0200 0
Use-by, best-before... These labels appear on all our food products, but their meaning is often unclear. The result : millions of tonnes of food are thrown away every year, often needlessly. Understanding these dates better allows us to adopt responsible consumption, save money and make the most of the excellent sterilised jars from our Alsatian artisans.]]> Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:51:39 +0100 0
Nicole's Artisan Christmas Jam is an unmissable Alsatian speciality for the festive season. This delicious blend of dried fruits, candied fruits, spices and fruit juices pairs wonderfully with foie gras and game, for lovers of sweet and savoury combinations. An authentic Alsatian gourmet gift, presented in a 250 gr glass jar.]]> Thu, 03 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0100 0
Alsace produces some of the most remarkable white wines in the world, thanks to a unique diversity of Alsatian grape varieties. From the powerful Gewurztraminer with its exotic spices to the delicate mineral Riesling, discover the characteristics of each grape variety and the exceptional wines they produce on the slopes of the Alsace Wine Route.]]> Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0200 0