Gourmet products local specialties and wines Heiligenstein

The Ruff family has been cultivating vines since 1886 through four generations. Located at the foot of Mont Sainte-Odile, their 15 ha estate (in the process of obtaining High Environmental Value certification) is spread over 4 very distinct terroirs, including La Grange. Situated on the Heiligenstein bank, the Weinberg is mainly planted with Riesling and Pinot Gris, while the Schwendehiesel is entirely dedicated to Klevener (or pink Savagin). As for the Fronholz of Epfig, it is mainly planted with Riesling. A great specialist in Klevener (it is in Heiligenstein that this 8th grape variety of Alsace was planted and recognized in 1742), the Ruff estate produces many other wines that are regularly praised by specialists. This is the case for the Crémant d'Alsace Cuvée Prestige (Gold Medal of the Crémants of France), the Riesling Fronholz 2018 (Gold Medal at the Concours des Vins de Colmar) and the Gewurztraminer Vendanges Tardives 2016 (Gold Medal at the Concours des Gewurztraminers du Monde). Other beautiful cuvées of the moment recommended: the pinot gris Cuvée Barbara 2019 and the Klevener de Heiligenstein Schwendegiesel Vieilles Vignes 2019 (Gold Medal at the Concours des Vins de Colmar).

Domaine Daniel RUFF is one of the city's leading wineries. You can discover their range of Alsace wines and crémants, from their finest terroirs. They also offer their unique Alsatian product, KLEVENER d'HEILIGENSTEIN, which is renowned for its quality. In 2022, they also plan to launch a new website, to be discovered by following the link www.ruff-vigneron.fr.

The Dock family has been established in Heiligenstein since 1730, but it was after the war that Robert Dock started viticulture. The estate has 8.5 hectares and the Klevener represents 35% of the production. The wines are mainly aged in oak barrels. Patrick and Cathy Dock will be happy to show you their original vintages during a visit to their cellar. For example a Sylvaner Weinberg Saveurs d'Automne light and fruity, ideal with seafood. Also at your disposal: a gîte fitted out to welcome 4 people in all comfort.