The Winery Hugel of Alsace

Winery Hugel
The winery offers 56 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 3.8.
It is ranked in the top 5 of the estates of Alsace.
It is located in Alsace
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The Winery Hugel is one of the largest wineries in the world. It offers 56 wines for sale in of Alsace to come and discover on site or to buy online.

The Hugel Estate is one of the oldest vineyards in Alsace, located on the Alsace Wine Route, in the mountainous region. It is one of the most prosperous wine regions in France. The estate is situated in the heart of great vineyards and charming neighboring villages such as Riquewihr. The estate is ancestral and family-run, and the Hugels have worked there since 1639. The Hugels are recognized for the quality and excellence of their wines. They produce red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines with varietals typical of the region. Their wines are established as high-quality wines from the Alsace region. Their most sought-after vintages are Pinot Noir, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris. The vineyard is about 23 hectares of vines, exposed to the best possible natural climatic conditions. Each year, about 1.5 million bottles are produced from this vineyard. The vineyard offers tours and tastings to its guests. At Hugel Estate, tourists can stroll and admire the vines, then discover the cellars with spacious barrels and modern winemaking methods, developed by Henri and Jean Hugel. They can also enjoy some of the most beautiful products of the wine route. Furthermore, Hugel Estate invites visitors to discover the history, mission, and commitment of the Hugels over the centuries. They support environmental preservation and protection and they employ modern measures for their wine production. All these years, their passion for producing exceptional wines and their mission to offer superior quality has remained unwavering. The Hugel Estate is well known worldwide for its quality and delicious and unique wines. Travelers visiting this estate can enjoy a comprehensive tour and familiarize themselves with the history and production methods of wines at Hugel Estate. This tour will certainly be unforgettable and memorable.

Top Winery Hugel wines

Looking for the best Winery Hugel wines in Alsace among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery Hugel 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 Winery Hugel wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top white wines of Winery Hugel

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Hugel

How Winery Hugel wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or spicy food such as recipes of rabbit with cider and mushrooms, cod "bacalhau a gomes de sa or cicadas at the chib.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Hugel

On the nose the white wine of Winery Hugel. often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, cream or grapefruit and sometimes also flavors of tropical, citrus or apples. In the mouth the white wine of Winery Hugel. is a powerful with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Hugel

  • 1996With an average score of 4.90/5
  • 2000With an average score of 4.50/5
  • 2001With an average score of 4.33/5
  • 1989With an average score of 4.27/5
  • 1998With an average score of 4.27/5
  • 2005With an average score of 4.07/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Winery Hugel.

  • Riesling
  • Gewürztraminer
  • Pinot Gris
  • Pinot Blanc
  • Sylvaner
  • Muscat Blanc

Discovering the wine region of Alsace

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.

The top red wines of Winery Hugel

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Hugel

How Winery Hugel wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of veal, game (deer, venison) or poultry such as recipes of oriental stuffed vegetables, rabbit with cider and apples or roast chicken and potatoes.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Hugel

On the nose the red wine of Winery Hugel. often reveals types of flavors of cherry, earthy or red fruit and sometimes also flavors of tobacco, strawberries or raspberry. In the mouth the red wine of Winery Hugel. is a with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Hugel

  • 2005With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2007With an average score of 3.76/5
  • 2008With an average score of 3.73/5
  • 2012With an average score of 3.61/5
  • 2010With an average score of 3.61/5
  • 2009With an average score of 3.55/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Winery Hugel.

  • Pinot Noir

Discover the grape variety: Sylvaner

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.

The top sweet wines of Winery Hugel

Food and wine pairings with a sweet wine of Winery Hugel

How Winery Hugel wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or spicy food such as recipes of lentils and morteau sausages, grilled sardine fillets or rigatoni with courgettes and tomatoes.

Organoleptic analysis of sweet wines of Winery Hugel

On the nose the sweet wine of Winery Hugel. often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, cream or grapefruit and sometimes also flavors of tropical, citrus or apples. In the mouth the sweet wine of Winery Hugel. is a powerful with a good balance between acidity and sweetness.

The best vintages in the sweet wines of Winery Hugel

  • 1999With an average score of 4.55/5
  • 1988With an average score of 4.52/5
  • 1990With an average score of 4.50/5
  • 2000With an average score of 4.44/5
  • 1989With an average score of 4.39/5
  • 1998With an average score of 4.37/5

The grape varieties most used in the sweet wines of Winery Hugel.

  • Pinot Gris
  • Gewürztraminer
  • Riesling

The word of the wine: Black Grenache

Grenache is a black grape variety that originated in Spain and is one of the great quality varieties of southern France. Sometimes vinified on its own, it is most often blended with one or more other Rhone or southern grape varieties with complementary qualities such as Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan or Cinsault. Its wines are warm, with aromas of red fruits (cherry) and spices; they oxidize with time. Vinified alone or in very large proportions, Grenache Noir also makes great natural sweet wines in Roussillon (Rivesaltes, Banyuls, Maury) and in the Rhône Valley (Rasteau).

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Discover the grape variety: Gewurztraminer

Gewurztraminer rosé is a grape variety that originated in France. It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of vine is characterized by small bunches and small grapes. Gewurztraminer rosé can be found in many vineyards: Alsace, Loire Valley, Languedoc & Roussillon, Jura, Champagne, Lorraine, Provence & Corsica, Rhone Valley, Savoie & Bugey, Beaujolais, South West.

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