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In the glass
Aroma: stony rockery scents, aromatic herbs
Palate: citrus zest, bitter notes, saline
A limestone-grown Riesling with a stony, herbal nose and a mouth-watering, salty finish driven by citrus zest and bitter notes.
What it pairs with
- Fish and seafood The producer's first recommendation; the saline finish suits shellfish and white fish.More wines for shellfish and oysters →
- Fatty-fish tartare or ceviche The producer names fatty-fish tartare and ceviche; citrus zest and bitterness cut through the oily raw fish.More wines for sushi →
- Japanese cuisine The producer lists Japanese cooking; the wine's salinity echoes soy and seaweed.More wines for spicy and Asian food →
History
Le Dragon sits in the domaine's 'Vins de Terroir' collection, a Riesling grown on soil the producer describes as formed essentially of limestone.
Facts
- Producer
- Domaine Josmeyer · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Riesling
- Classification
- Alsace AOC
- Oak
- Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in a century-old foudre; several months on fine lees; filtered before bottling (wood type not stated)
- Price
- EUR 32 at the producer's online shop
- Drinking window
- up to 15 years
- Biodynamic
- Biodynamic Practicing
Frequently asked about Josmeyer Riesling Le Dragon
What does Josmeyer Riesling Le Dragon taste like?
Stony rockery scents, aromatic herbs on the nose; citrus zest, bitter notes, saline on the palate.
When should I drink Josmeyer Riesling Le Dragon?
The producer's guidance is up to 15 years. Serve at 12 C; a few hours of decanting is advised for a young vintage.
What food pairs with Josmeyer Riesling Le Dragon?
The producer suggests Fish and seafood, Fatty-fish tartare or ceviche and Japanese cuisine. The producer's first recommendation; the saline finish suits shellfish and white fish.
What grapes are in Josmeyer Riesling Le Dragon?
Riesling. Classification: Alsace AOC.
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