The Wine Route of Alsace

Description

From Thann (South Gate), and over 170 km, discover wine trails where you show the work of the vineyard and variety of grapes, will surprise you with the charm of typical Alsatian villages , alleys, flowery vaults in celebration and meet the winemakers who will make you taste their wines..

In the immediate vicinity of the Valley of Saint-Amarin, discover the vineyards of Rangen, the most southerly vineyards of Alsace. It belongs to the communes of Thann and Vieux-Thann.
On a surface of 22 ha, Rangen is the only vineyard in Alsace Grand Cru be classified in its entirety. This south facing hillside with steep flanks.
Maximum sunlight, frequent rainfall and the presence of the Thur at his feet provide the necessary balance between sun and water.
Rangen is the unique terroir in Alsace to volcanic rock. This association of siliceous rocks and basic lavas provides a soil rich in nutrients.
Thus, there is silica (quartz), iron, magnesium, potassium, and calcium sulfates.
The expertise and quality of wine grape varieties to the production of exceptional wines.

But still ...
For info on Appellations of Origin Controlled Alsace (Alsace AOC), the personality of Alsatian wines, as well as specific references Late Harvest and Selection de Grains Nobles, visit CIVA. You will also learn all about winemaking, the latest vintages and wine school in Alsace.