Albert Boxler - Pinot Gris Réserve 2013
Hailing from the granite-rich terroirs around Niedermorschwihr, this Pinot Gris Réserve has a rich, well-rounded bouquet that reveals lovely ripeness. It is an expressive, well-balanced wine with a distinct minerality on the palate and lovely smoky notes; it will be a delight for about a decade, whether served as an aperitif or paired with poultry or lobster...
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Eye
golden yellow dress
Nose
rich, beautifully mature
Palate
A wine with a distinct minerality on the finish, featuring smoky notes
Serve
at 10-12°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2023
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with sauerkraut, grilled salmon, or poultry...
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)
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