Red-Z’epfig, 2023, Alsace, France

Producer: Lambert Spielmann

Grape: Pinot noir & Pinot Gris

Unlike many in the region, Lambert wasn’t born into a family of vignerons and while continuing to work alongside others, he now farms two hectares of vines split over eight parcels and various terroirs in and around the village of Epfig. The vineyards have been certified organic for over twenty years and he tends them by hand, following the biodynamic calendar and principles.

In the cellar, Lambert displays a real lightness of touch. Presses are soft and slow and he macerates the grapes gently, to create infusions. Movement is by gravity and the wines are bottled with no additions. His wines are perfumed, textured and full of life. An undeniable talent, we are very proud to be sharing his work with you.

An even blend of Pinot Noir planted over clay and limestone and Pinot Gris planted over clay, fermented together as whole bunches for two weeks and pressed off to a big old cask for nine months of élevage. Delicate and nuanced, with complex notes of red berries, minerals and spice, there is an almost weightless, fragile character to the fruit that we find incredibly compelling.