Domaine Bott-Geyl - Alsace Grand Cru Gewurztraminer Sonnenglantz 2011 (liquoreux)
89/100
Robert Parker
15/20
RVF
“With its caraway notes, reminiscent of Kummel liqueur, combined with blood orange, banana, and candied pink grapefruit zest, Bott’s opulent 2011 Gewurztraminer Sonnenglanz is remarkably fragrant and aromatic. Its sweetness is, however, quite dominant, and I was looking for more juice in the bittersweet finish of a wine whose aromas and initial mouthfeel were impressively effusive. I think it will be worth following until 2020. ” (Wine Advocate 2015 - David Schildknecht) This Gewurztraminer is just ready to be enjoyed!
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Nose
Complex and pure
Palate
Delicate yet full-bodied
Serve
Decant at 10°C
Drink before
2026
Food and wine pairings
Pair with pan-seared foie gras, spicy Asian dishes, beef braised with ginger and spices, blue-veined cheeses, and other strong cheeses such as Époisses, Chambertin, and Munster...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2014 guide) 89/100 (Very good wine)
About the wine:
With its caraway notes, reminiscent of Kummel liqueur, and combined with blood orange, banana, and candied pink grapefruit zest, Bott’s opulent 2011 Gewurztraminer Sonnenglanz is remarkably fragrant and aromatic. Its sweetness is, however, quite dominant, and I was looking for more juice in the bittersweet finish of a wine whose aromas and initial mouthfeel were impressively effusive. I think it will be worth keeping an eye on until 2020.
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
Rated estate (2020 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
James Suckling
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended