Jean-Baptiste Adam - Riesling Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru Kaefferkopf 2019
94/100
Yves Beck
17/20
Jancis Robinson
93/100
RVF
93/100
James Suckling
"The estate's flagship wine from a meticulously crafted vintage"
“This Riesling comes from two plots of 70-year-old vines on the granite-rich section of the Kaefferkopf. It is the estate’s flagship cuvée. The bouquet displays minerality complemented by hints of sage and lime. The wine has a certain fullness as well as refreshing acidity. A Kaefferkopf that is beginning to reveal its terroir, but clearly shows that it needs time. A wine that is compelling both for its complexity and its persistence.” (Yves Beck 2023)
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Nose
Notes of candied lemon, vine peaches, bedrock (minerality), and a very subtle hint of anise
Palate
Excellent concentration, ripe acidity, and a very well-balanced wine that perfectly reflects the terroir of the Grand Cru “Kaefferkopf”
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairings
Pairs wonderfully with ceviche or lime-marinated fish tartare, lemon-glazed chicken, fresh tagliatelle with a zucchini, citrus, and fresh herb sauce, goat cheese...
Decanter
Rated Winery Recommended
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2019 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
Located in Ammerschwihr, a major wine-growing village northwest of Colmar, this winery celebrated its 400th anniversary in 2014. Its 17th-century cellars house old oak barrels that are still in use. It combines a wine merchant operation with a biodynamically farmed vineyard.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2023 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
The Kaefferkopf Riesling combines vigor with a velvety richness: an intense, crisp, and lively wine that skillfully balances the sun-kissed richness of the vineyard. Undoubtedly the most accomplished vintage we have tasted.
Wine Enthusiast
Rated estate (2020 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2023 guide) 17/20
About the wine:
A savory aroma of spices and floury lees, with a hint of yeast, centered around ripe, creamy pears. On the palate, it is rich in citrus and pear flavors, balanced by a delightfully lively citrus acidity, with a firm texture that adds to its impressive length. The firm texture adds to the impressive length. The finish is almost chewy. A full-bodied wine, yet finely balanced and elegant in its power and breadth.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2022 guide) 93/100
Rated estate (2019 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
Very youthful and subtle, this impressive dry Riesling combines ripeness, structure, and freshness with understated power. A full spectrum of citrus aromas, including hints of flowers, followed by a finish featuring a multitude of citrus zest notes and a delicate, chalky minerality, round out a very satisfying wine.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2023 guide) 94/100
About the wine:
This Riesling comes from two plots of 70-year-old vines on the granite-rich section of the Kaefferkopf. It is the estate’s flagship cuvée. The bouquet displays minerality complemented by hints of sage and lime. The wine has a certain fullness as well as refreshing acidity. A Kaefferkopf that is beginning to reveal its terroir, but clearly shows that it needs time. A wine that is compelling both for its complexity and its persistence.
Customer rating
3/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. BERNARD L. Published on July 22, 2024
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