7 grape varieties, a palette of flavours
The Alsace vineyard stands out for the diversity of its grape varieties, each revealing its own character and offering different food pairings.
Riesling, known for its elegance and freshness, pairs particularly well with Alsatian cuisine. Gewurztraminer, with its intense aromas and spicy notes, is one of the region’s most iconic grape varieties.
Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, Sylvaner and Muscat complete this rich palette, offering wines with a wide range of profiles, from elegant dry wines to richer, sweeter styles.
This diversity makes it possible to create wine tourism experiences suited to every audience, from curious visitors discovering wine to passionate enthusiasts.
3 AOCs and 51 Grands Crus
> discovering the richness of Alsace terroirs
Alsace wines are organised around three main appellations:
- AOC Alsace, which represents the majority of production and highlights the diversity of grape varieties and terroirs;
- AOC Crémant d’Alsace, an essential reference for lovers of sparkling wines;
- AOC Alsace Grand Cru, which showcases exceptional terroirs through 51 Grands Crus.
Each terroir has its own characteristics, influenced by soil composition, vineyard exposure and the expertise of winegrowers.
Discovering the Grands Crus offers visitors an excellent opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the Alsace vineyard and understand the essential link between landscape and wine.
from dry to sweet
Although Alsace wines are often associated with elegant and aromatic white wines, they offer a remarkable diversity of styles.
Some wines develop greater richness and roundness thanks to special harvests such as Vendanges Tardives (Late Harvest wines) and Sélections de Grains Nobles, two special designations reflecting precise expertise and exceptional harvesting conditions.
These wines open up new possibilities for food pairings and create opportunities for original tasting experiences.
A vineyard committed to sustainable practices
The Alsace vineyard is also evolving through environmentally responsible practices and in response to new consumer expectations.
Many wine estates are committed to approaches such as organic farming, biodynamic viticulture and High Environmental Value certification (HVE).
The vineyard also includes specific productions such as kosher wines, natural wines and dealcoholised wines, demonstrating the ability of producers to respond to new expectations while preserving their identity and know-how.
These approaches open up new perspectives for wine tourism stays focused on discovering contemporary winegrowing practices
Discovering Alsace wines goes far beyond tasting. It is part of a genuine territorial experience.
Cellar visits, vineyard walks, meetings with winegrowers, food and wine pairing workshops or visits to wine villages allow visitors to fully understand the richness of this destination.
Combined with heritage, gastronomy and Alsatian landscapes, discovering Alsace wines becomes a complete experience, ideal for creating authentic and memorable stays.
