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Domaine Bott Geyl - 2012 Grafenreben Riesling from Zellenberg

Domaine Bott Geyl - Riesling Grafenreben de Zellenberg 2012

15/20

RVF

14/20

Gault & Millau

89/100

Robert Parker

“A fresh nose of vine peach and spices blends with floral notes of daisy and citron, followed by a finish of black pepper. On the palate, it offers peppery white fruit, leading to a short but mouth-watering finish.” (Les Meilleurs Vins de France 2016 - Gault Millau)

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Estate

Domaine Bott-Geyl

Vintage

Riesling Lieu dit Grafenreben de Zellenberg

Vintage

2012

Designation

Alsace

Region

Alsace

Grape varieties

100% Riesling

Terroirs

clay-limestone soils

Viticulture

Certified organic: no synthetic insecticides, fungicides, miticides, or herbicides are used

Grape Harvest

manual

Winemaking

Slow pressing. Static settling for 12 hours. Temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation with native yeasts for 9 months.

Livestock farming

on fine lees

Alcohol content

13.3%

Residual sugars

5.80 g/L

Organic

Yes

Nose

notes of white stone fruits and minerality

Palate

intense, crisp, and elegant, with a lovely briny finish

Serve

decant at 8-10°C

Drink from

2016

Drink before

2030

Production

4,200 bottles

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Pairs well with a fish terrine, roasted fish, or pike quenelles with miso sauce

More information at Domaine Bott-Geyl

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Gault & Millau Wine Guide

Guide des Vins Gault & Millau

Wine rated (2016 guide) 14/20 (Good)

About the wine:

A fresh nose of vine peach and spices blends with floral notes of daisy and citron, followed by a finish of black pepper. On the palate, it offers flavors of peppery white fruit, leading to a short but mouth-watering finish.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2015 guide) 89/100 (Very good wine)

RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2015 guide) 15/20 (Good wine)

Rated Estate (2023 Guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)

About the estate:

The perfectionist Jean-Christophe Bott is one of Alsace’s leading winemakers. He is dedicated to meticulous work both in the cellar and in the vineyard, which is cultivated using biodynamic methods. While the estate consisted of just 4 hectares when it was founded in 1953, it now spans 15 hectares across seven communes. The wines here are full-bodied and smooth, their richness well-balanced without the slightest heaviness, particularly in the Pinot Gris, which is definitely worth rediscovering. Each cuvée possesses both power and a long finish, two qualities that lead to a sense of fullness. To top it all off, the estate offers older vintages for sale and has recently begun renting out vacation homes.

Wine Enthusiast

Wine Enthusiast

Rated estate (2020 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)

James Suckling

James Suckling

Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended

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