Albert Boxler - Alsace Gewurztraminer Réserve 2022 (doux)
93/100
Yves Beck
93/100
Vinous
“'Rich, full-bodied, juicy, and full-flavored' (Vinous)”
“In 2022, Jean Boxler reclassified his Gewurztraminer from Brand and blended the limestone plots into it. The bouquet is intense and varietal, with distinct notes of wild rose and ginger. Smooth on the palate, the wine is creamy, round, and refreshing thanks to subtle, structuring bitter notes. ” (Yves Beck 2022)
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Eye
Gold dress
Nose
Expressive, with spicy and floral notes, offering all the finesse and freshness
Palate
Delicate and well-balanced
Serve
At 10-12°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2029
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with foie gras, a tarte Tatin, or a sweet-and-savory dish...
Bettane & Desseauve
5-Star Estate (Exceptional producers who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)
About the estate:
Since joining the family estate nearly 20 vintages ago, Jean Boxler has gradually refined his winemaking techniques to the point where he now produces wines on par with the elite of Alsace. The vineyards are splendidly situated, first on the Sommerberg, where Jean owns a significant number of plots, and then on the Brand—two terroirs that excel with Riesling, the estate’s flagship grape variety. The viticulture is demanding and meticulous, with aging methods tailored to the wines and vintages; here, there is not a single misstep, regardless of the grape variety, even the more modest Sylvaner or Pinot Blanc (though the latter comes from the Brand). The 2016 vintage is a superb success, with wines slightly less dense than the 2015 but which will age to perfection. The 2017 vintage allowed the Sylvaners, Pinot Blancs, Muscats, and of course the Rieslings to stand out within the range. The selection is vast, even if few wines are available at the estate.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2023 guide) 3*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience)
About the estate:
Perched on the heights of Niedermorschwihr, Jean Boxler has cemented his reputation as a highly demanding producer with his latest vintages. He brings out the full nobility of the Sommerberg Grand Cru, a granite cirque whose steep slopes make cultivation particularly difficult. The estate owns 4 hectares there, as well as 1.9 hectares in the Brand Grand Cru. Various cuvées from several plots are available; all have now reached an exceptional level, and exploring their nuances proves to be a fascinating experience!
Wine Spectator
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
Wine Enthusiast
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Vinous
Wine rated (2024 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
The 2022 Gewurztraminer Réserve is made from Gewurztraminer grapes that did not meet the Grand Cru standards from the granite-based Brand vineyard and the Pfoeller, Logelberg, and Boland sites, which are closer to the limestone-based Grand Cru Forimont. On the nose, lively and juicy lychee shines with a hint of rose. The palate is fluid, creamy, succulent, and rich in ripe fruit, combining peach compote with crushed lychee flesh. The 2022 is rich, full-bodied, juicy, and full-flavored. Jean Boxler says this wine has about 30–25 g/L of residual sugar, which enhances the fruit. This wine is round, sweet, and long-lasting. (Medium)
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2022 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
In 2022, Jean Boxler declassified his Gewurztraminer from Brand and blended the limestone-based plots into it. The bouquet is intense and varietal, with distinct notes of wild rose and ginger. Smooth on the palate, the wine is creamy, round, and refreshing thanks to subtle, structuring bitterness. Drink now through 2038