Domaine Bott Geyl - Pinot Gris Sonnenglanz Grand Cru 2008
16,5/20
RVF
17/20
Bettane & Desseauve
16/20
Gault & Millau
89/100
Robert Parker
“Notes of pear and melon blend with aromas of fruit distillate and citrus on the nose, making this one of the most vibrant and exhilarating wines of the vintage. In a very Riesling style, with fresh citrus, nut paste, honey, and overripe fruit in a broad, luminous palate leading to a finish dominated by smoke and spices. A Bott Geyl to cell for a few years.” (Wine Advocate - Robert Parker)
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Eye
yellow dress with hints of green
Nose
An elegant and clean nose
Palate
slim and intense palate
Serve
decant at 9-10°C
Open
1 to 2 hours before
Drink from
2013
Drink before
2028
Production
5,600 bottles – 465 cases
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with foie gras terrines, pan-seared foie gras, sweetbreads...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2014 guide) 17/20 (Reference wine)
About the wine:
Subtle bitter notes help balance a sweeter profile than in the Furstentum made from the same grape variety, though it still needs a little more time. Great intensity on the palate.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Wine rated 16/20 (Very good)
About the wine:
This wine combines finesse and power with pure elegance. The well-balanced nose features bold aromas of citrus, acacia honey, and candied pineapple, with a hint of floral notes. The palate is well-structured and full-bodied; it is full-flavored, complex, and rich.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2011 guide) 89/100 (Very good wine)
About the wine:
Notes of pear and melon blend with aromas of fruit distillate and citrus on the nose of this 2008 Pinot Gris Sonnenglanz, making it one of the most vibrant and captivating wines of the vintage. In a very Riesling-like style, with fresh citrus, nut paste, honey, and overripe fruit in a broad, luminous palate leading to a finish dominated by smoke and spices. A Bott Geyl to cell for a few years.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2011 guide) 16,5/20 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2023 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often blessed with 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 it consisted of just 4 hectares when it was founded in 1953, the estate now owns 15 hectares spread 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 estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
4.5/5
based on 4 reviews
Review by Mr. PATRICK Q. Posted on 10/30/2014
Not tasted in the cellar
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Review by Mr. FABIEN D. Published on August 11, 2015
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Review by Mr. MICHEL B. Published on 11/24/2013
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Review by Mr. JOEL P. Posted on 11/21/2013
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