How many litres of wine are produced in Alsace?
Both dry and sweet white wines are produced. In 2006, vines were grown on 15,298 hectares (37,800 acres) in 119 villages in Alsace, and 111.3 million litres of wine was produced, corresponding to 148.4 million bottles of 750 mL, generating 478.8 million euro in revenue.
Where is the best wine cellar in Alsace?
Their cellar in the village of Saint-Hippolyte has been in near constant use since then and is ideally located right in the heart of Alsace, in the foothills of the Vosges. Alsace is an interesting region as the traditions are a blend of German and French: wines such as Riesling, Pinot Blanc and Gewurztraminer are most at home here.
What influenced the history of Alsace wine?
An important influence in the history of Alsace wine has been the repeated changes of nationality of the Alsace region, which has passed from France to Germany and vice versa several times throughout history.
What is the new sweetness guide for Alsace wines?
Starting with wines from the 2021 harvest, a standardized sweetness guide will be required on all Alsace wine labels. The change is not in production, but in communication, so that consumers can better understand the product by looking at the packaging.
INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR - 2001 and 2002 Alsace Wines