Josmeyer - Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Hengst 2011
16,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
16/20
RVF
16/20
Gault & Millau
90/100
Robert Parker
"Made from hillside vines planted in 1964, the Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Hengst 2011 is off-dry and reveals a very clean, fresh and powerful aromatic bouquet with floral and fruity scents. Rich, smooth and dynamic on the palate, in a classic style, it is full-bodied, with intense, fleshy fruit. It balances very well between the 14.5% alcohol, the 20 grams of residual sugar and a saline, refreshing finish leaving spicy notes and tension on the palate, but without the impression of unnecessary sugar. I haven't tried it yet, but I'd love to enjoy it with Indian curry or blue cheeses." (Wine Advocate - Robert Parker) Grand Cru!
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Eye
Slightly amber in color
Nose
Powerful, spicy, floral aromas followed by exotic pineapple and mango.
Mouth
Precise, superb mineral structure, deep, saline length
Serve
At 10-12°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairing
Remarkable on the great Asian cuisine that plays with spices. Curry and pepper are ideal. He loves cumin and aniseed touches. Strong cheeses (munster, pont-l'évêque, bleu de Bresse, maroilles) are your partner. Try it with Creole and Mexican cuisine, or duck à l'orange...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2018 guide) 16,5/20 (Reference wine)
Domaine rated (guide 2022) 4*Stars (Top-quality producers, the glories of French winegrowing)
About the wine:
The sugar melts well thanks to the minerality of the terroir, which begins to take over, pure, straight, slender, beautiful fullness while remaining delicate.
About the domain :
With courage and discipline, Céline and Isabelle Meyer manage the estate long run by their father Jean. Biodynamic viticulture shines through in wines with airy, pure, fresh, chiselled mouthfeel. The estate's two favorite grands crus are Hengst and Brand, where Riesling shines particularly brightly. Pinot Gris is part of a long tradition of dry wines, unfortunately not so common in Alsace.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Wine rated (2015 guide) 16/20 (Very good)
About the wine:
Aromatic nose, rather varietal, floral, exotic and spicy, nice complexity. The palate is supple with a slight sweetness, aromas of rose and ripe apricot, well balanced by minerality, slightly alcoholic, peppery finish.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated ( 2015 guide) 90/100 (Great wine)
About the wine:
Produced from hillside vines planted in 1964, the Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Hengst 2011 is off-dry and reveals a very clean, fresh and powerful aromatic bouquet with floral and fruity scents. Rich, smooth and dynamic on the palate, this is a classic, full-bodied wine with intense, fleshy fruit. It balances very well between the 14.5% alcohol, the 20 grams of residual sugar and a saline, refreshing finish leaving spicy notes and tension on the palate, but without the impression of unnecessary sugar. I haven't tried it yet, but I'd love to try it with Indian curry or blue cheeses.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2016 guide) 16/20 (Very good wine)
Vinous
Recommended area
James Suckling
Graded areas (2019 guide) Recommended
About the domain :
Customer rating
4/5
on 3 reviews
Note and review by M. ARNALDO T. Published on 27/11/2019
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Note and review by Mme CECILE B. Published on 24/06/2018
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Note and review by M. BENOIT L. Published on 21/05/2018
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