Christophe Lindenlaub
Dorlisheim, Alsace

The Lindenlaub family has been making wine in the northern Alsace town of Dorlisheim for over 200 years, with Christophe the latest in line to take over the historic domaine. Over the past decade he has worked tirelessly to convert their 12ha to organics and since 2012 has continued to craft some of the most standout zero-addition wines of the region. 

The vineyards consist mainly of clay and limestone soils, some with a sandstone sub-layer, with vines mostly aged between 30 and 60 years sitting on two adjacent hillsides. The focus has been to harness the potential of these sites, and so, as well as a move away from chemical intervention in the vineyard and cellar, Christophe has elected to use mainly stainless steel for elevage as a means to further define the freshness and precision in his wines.

Much like their maker, each cuvée bursts with energy. At the core of each one is a strong line of acidity underpinned by a deep salinity on the palate - you could call this Christophe’s trademark. Even his more aromatic varieties possess the same quality, giving exceptional length and refreshment. Particularly with the plentiful, ripe 2023 vintage, the new wines are some of the most complete wines we have tasted from the domaine.