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Domaine Bott Geyl - Pinot Gris Sonnenglanz Grand Cru 2016
Domaine Bott Geyl - 2016 Pinot Gris Sonnenglanz Grand Cru

Domaine Bott Geyl - Pinot Gris Sonnenglanz Grand Cru 2016

Alsace Grand Cru|White wine|Organic

94/100

RVF

94/100

Wine Enthusiast

Pinot Gris
elegant
calf's sweetbreads
biodynamics

“'A concentrated, juicy texture that serves as a backdrop for this array of pear notes' (Wine Enthusiast)”

“With the essence of ripe fruit, the Sonnenglanz Pinot Gris is vibrant and voluptuous, yet its very sharp finish hints at its great aging potential. It easily ranks among the very small elite of the greatest Pinot Gris wines.” (Le Guide de la RVF 2021)

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Estate

Domaine Bott-Geyl

Vintage

Grand Cru Pinot Gris Sonnenglanz

Vintage

2016

Designation

Alsace Grand Cru

Region

Alsace

Grape Varieties

100% Pinot Gris

Regions

Town of Béblenheim, southeast-facing: Marl-limestone (conglomerates of limestone pebbles and Oligocene marl)

Viticulture

Certified organic and biodynamic

Grape Harvest

Manually packed in 40-kg boxes, sorted

Wine Production

10-hour whole-cluster pressing, static settling of the juice for 24 to 36 hours, temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation with native yeasts for 5 months

Livestock Farming

On fine lees

Alcohol content

13,5%

Residual sugars

15 g/L

Organic

Yes

Eye

Yellow dress with hints of green

Nose

A complex bouquet with notes of honey, roasted pineapple, and pomelo

Palate

A sleek, intense, and smooth palate, with a salty finish.

Serve

Decant at 9-10°C

Open

1 to 2 hours before

Drink before

2035

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with foie gras terrine, pan-seared foie gras with apricots, veal sweetbreads with morels, sweet-and-sour duck and goose dishes, truffle omelet, hard cheeses...

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RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

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

Wine rated (2021 guide) 94/100

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 wine:

With the essence of ripe fruit, the Sonnenglanz Pinot Gris is vibrant and voluptuous, yet its very crisp finish hints at its great aging potential. It easily ranks among the very select elite of the greatest Pinot Gris wines.

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 it consisted of just 4 hectares when it was founded in 1953, the estate now owns 15 hectares, spread across seven municipalities. The wines here are full-bodied and smooth, with their richness well-balanced and without the slightest hint of heaviness—particularly in the Pinot Gris wines, which are definitely worth rediscovering. Each cuvée possesses both power and a long finish, two qualities that contribute to their fullness. To top it all off, the estate offers slightly aged vintages for sale and has recently begun renting out vacation cottages.
Wine Enthusiast

Wine Enthusiast

Wine rated (2020 guide) 94/100

Rated Estate (2020 Guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)

About the wine:

In addition to its subtle notes of Williams pear on the nose, this wine also features heady pear aromas reminiscent of pear brandy. On the palate, it offers a concentrated and juicy texture that serves as a backdrop for this array of pear notes. Its intensity and pleasant bitterness, reminiscent of the skin of fresh walnuts, are enticing. The finish is intense and slightly dry. Best enjoyed before 2040.
James Suckling

James Suckling

Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended

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