Domaine Valentin Zussliin Pinot Auxerrois Au'rigine Alsace 2022 750ml

Domaine Valentin Zusslin "Au'rigine" Pinot Auxerrois 2022 is a biodynamic dry white wine from Alsace, France.

This historic estate, founded in 1691 in Orschwihr (southern Alsace), is run by siblings Marie and Jean-Paul Zusslin. They have practiced biodynamic farming (Demeter-certified) since 1997 across their key terroirs: Bollenberg, Clos Liebenberg (monopole), and Grand Cru Pfingstberg.

Key Details

• Grape: 100% Pinot Auxerrois (a traditional Alsace variety, often blended but rare as a varietal still wine).
• Winemaking: Whole-cluster direct pressing → native yeast fermentation in large old oak tuns (foudres) with no additives → aged 12–18 months on fine lees for texture and balance → bottled with minimal sulfur.
• Style: Elegant, fresh, and aromatic with fruity notes (pear, apple, citrus), supple mouthfeel, and lively acidity. Low alcohol (around 11.5–12%) makes it highly digestible and food-friendly.
• Critical Acclaim: La Revue du vin de France praises it as "magnifiquement digeste, aérien et suave" (beautifully digestible, airy, and suave).

This cuvée pays homage to "origin" (a play on "Au'rigine"), highlighting Auxerrois' historical role at the domaine.