description Hugel & Fils Overview
Hugel & Fils is a family-owned wine estate founded in 1639 by Hans Ulrich Hugel in Riquewihr, Alsace, France, and operated by successive generations of the Hugel family for nearly four centuries. The house focuses on varietal Alsatian wines, particularly Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, and Pinot Blanc, sourced primarily from purchased grapes grown on Grand Cru and other classified vineyards near Riquewihr. Members of the Hugel family played an active role in defining Alsatian wine classifications, including the late-harvest 'Vendanges Tardives' and 'Sélection de Grains Nobles' designations formalized in the 1970s.
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Hugel & Fils ranks #104 of 184 in the Winery ranking, behind Perrier-Jouët, ahead of Duckhorn Vineyards.
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How long has the Hugel family made wine in Riquewihr?
Famille Hugel dates its wine business to 1639. The Alsace estate remains family-owned after 12 consecutive generations.
Is Hugel Riesling sweet or dry?
Hugel's classic Rieslings are generally made in a dry, food-oriented Alsace style. Individual late-harvest wines, particularly those labeled Vendange Tardive or Sélection de Grains Nobles, can be substantially sweeter.
What is the difference between Hugel Classic, Estate, and Grossi Laüe wines?
Classic wines emphasize clear varietal character, while Estate bottlings focus more narrowly on fruit from family-controlled vineyards around Riquewihr. Grossi Laüe is a top tier built around selected parcels and the Alsatian idea of a great growth.
Which grapes besides Riesling does Hugel produce?
The estate is also strongly associated with Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Muscat, and Pinot Blanc. Pinot Noir appears in the range as Alsace's principal red grape.
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