The Domaine Christophe Mittnacht is one of the best wineries to follow in Alsace.. It offers 42 wines for sale in of Alsace to come and discover on site or to buy online.
Looking for the best Domaine Christophe Mittnacht wines in Alsace among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Domaine Christophe Mittnacht wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Domaine Christophe Mittnacht wines with technical and enological descriptions.
How Domaine Christophe Mittnacht wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or mild and soft cheese such as recipes of fondue with lao sukiyaki sauce (laos), pan-fried potatoes with smoked salmon and rosemary or pizza cone.
On the nose the white wine of Domaine Christophe Mittnacht. often reveals types of flavors of lychee, tropical fruit or pineapple and sometimes also flavors of oaky, citrus or apples. In the mouth the white wine of Domaine Christophe Mittnacht. is a powerful with a nice freshness.
Alsace, located in the extreme north-east of France, is Distinguished from other French wine regions by its strong Franco-Germanic influences. These influences are the result of a back-and-forth between the German and French sovereignties over the last few centuries. They can be seen not only in the architecture and culture of Alsace, but also in the wines. Alsace wines are produced under three main appellations: Alsace and Alsace Grand Cru for still white wines (Sweet and Dry), and Crémant d'Alsace for Sparkling wines.
Almost all the wines produced in this region fall under one of these three appellations. Alsace Grand Cru wines are produced from one of the 51 privileged vineyards spread along the Length of the region. Alsace is the only French wine region to produce significant quantities of Riesling and Gewurztraminer. These two grape varieties are more commonly associated with German wines and are reminiscent of Alsace's history.
How Domaine Christophe Mittnacht wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of veal, pork or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of bacon and mushroom tagliatelle, rabbit in white wine (casserole) or mixed paella valenciana.
Pinot noir is an important red grape variety in Burgundy and Champagne, and its reputation is well known! Great wines such as the Domaine de la Romanée Conti elaborate their wines from this famous grape variety, and make it a great variety. When properly vinified, pinot noit produces red wines of great finesse, with a wide range of aromas depending on its advancement (fruit, undergrowth, leather). it is also the only red grape variety authorized in Alsace. Pinot Noir is not easily cultivated beyond our borders, although it has enjoyed some success in Oregon, the United States, Australia and New Zealand.
How Domaine Christophe Mittnacht wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of pork, spicy food or mushrooms such as recipes of rabbit in white wine (casserole), moroccan chicken tagine or quinoa risotto with mushrooms.
Name given to the local wine (IGP), produced from a single grape variety that gives the wine its characteristics of structure and aroma. The Languedoc is the leading producer of this type of wine, from most of the major French grape varieties.
How Domaine Christophe Mittnacht wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, poultry or appetizers and snacks such as recipes of mussels with cream, chicken tenderloins with lemon cream or palm trees for the aperitif!.
On the nose the sparkling wine of Domaine Christophe Mittnacht. often reveals types of flavors of cream, microbio or tree fruit and sometimes also flavors of citrus fruit.
Pinot Gris is a grey grape variety mutated from Pinot Noir. It has its origins in Burgundy, where it is called pinot-beurot in reference to the colour of the grey robes worn by the monks of the region. Established in Alsace since the 17th century, pinot gris was called tokay until 2007. It is made up of bunches of small berries that vary in colour from pink to blue-grey. It is particularly well suited to the continental climate because it is resistant to the cold in winter and to spring frosts. This variety also likes dry limestone soils with plenty of sunshine in the summer. Pinot Gris is well suited to late harvesting or to the selection of noble grapes, depending on the year and the concentration of sugars in the berries. Pinot Gris wines are distinguished by their aromatic complexity of white fruits, mushrooms, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, etc., and their great finesse. In the Loire Valley, pinot gris is used in the Coteaux-d'Ancenis appellations. It gives dry or sweet wines with pear and peach aromas.
How Domaine Christophe Mittnacht wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of veal, game (deer, venison) or poultry such as recipes of veal curry, duck pot au feu or cantonese rice.
On the nose the red wine of Domaine Christophe Mittnacht. often reveals types of flavors of cherry, earthy or cranberry and sometimes also flavors of pomegranate, earth or microbio.
Product of acetic fermentation of wine.
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The sylvaner is grown mainly in Germany and Alsace. The buds are somewhat cottony and the young leaves are green. The same applies to the ribbed branches. Once mature, the dominant colour is golden-green and small elliptical berries with small to medium-sized bunches can be seen. The ripe fruit is then adorned by five-lobed leaves. This variety is susceptible to chlorosis, gray mold, powdery mildew and mildew. It is also sensitive to frost and wind because of its long branches. It can be grown in any kind of soil, although it prefers stony, sandy and light soils. It is indeed moderately acidic and offers a complex set of aromas such as bitter almond, fruity and floral background. The taste has an excellent mixture of honey and candied or dried fruits.
