Josmeyer - Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Hengst 2011
16,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
16/20
RVF
16/20
Gault & Millau
90/100
Robert Parker
"Produced from vines planted in 1964 on hillsides, the 2011 Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Hengst is semi-dry and reveals a very clear, 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, intensely fruity, and fleshy. It is very well balanced between 14.5% alcohol, 20 grams of residual sugar and a salty, refreshing finish leaving spicy notes and tension on the palate, but without any impression of unnecessary sweetness. I haven't tried it yet, but I would love to taste it with Indian curry or blue cheeses. (Wine Advocate - Robert Parker) Grand Cru!
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Eye
Slightly amber-colored
Nose
Powerful and spicy, floral aromas followed by exotic notes of pineapple and mango
Mouth
Precise, superb mineral texture, deep and salty length
Serve
At 10-12°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
Remarkable with Asian cuisine, which makes liberal use of spices. Curry and pepper are a perfect match. It goes well with cumin and hints of aniseed. Strong cheeses (Munster, Pont-l'Évêque, Bleu de Bresse, Maroilles) are the ideal pairing. Also try it with Creole and Mexican cuisine or duck à l'orange...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2018 guide) 16,5/20 (Reference wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) 4 stars (Producers of very high quality, the pride of French vineyards)
About wine:
The sugar melts well thanks to the minerality of the terroir, which begins to take over, pure, straightforward, slender, beautifully full-bodied while remaining delicate.
About the estate:
Céline and Isabelle Meyer run the estate, long managed by their father Jean, with courage and discipline. Biodynamics shines through in their wines, which are light and refined, fresh and chiseled. The estate's two iconic grands crus are Hengst and Brand, where Riesling shines particularly brightly. Pinot Gris is part of a long tradition of dry wines, which are unfortunately not so common in Alsace.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Wine rated (2015 guide) 16/20 (Very good)
About wine:
Aromatic nose, rather varietal, floral, exotic, and spicy, with beautiful complexity. The attack on the palate is supple with a slight sweetness, aromas of rose and ripe apricot, well balanced by minerality, slightly alcoholic, with a peppery finish.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2015 guide) 90/100 (Outstanding wine)
About wine:
Made from vines planted in 1964 on hillsides, the 2011 Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Hengst is semi-dry and reveals a very clear, fresh, and powerful aromatic bouquet with floral and fruity scents. Rich, smooth, and dynamic on the palate, it is a classic, full-bodied wine with intense fruitiness and fleshiness. It is very well balanced between 14.5% alcohol, 20 grams of residual sugar and a salty, refreshing finish leaving spicy notes and tension on the palate, but without any unnecessary sweetness. I haven't tried it yet, but I would love to taste it with Indian curry or blue cheese.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2016 guide) 16/20 (Very good wine)
Vinous
Rated Recommended
James Suckling
Rated estate (2019 guide) Recommended
About the estate:
Customer rating
4/5
based on 3 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. ARNALDO T. Published on 11/27/2019
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Review and opinion by Ms. CECILE B. Published on 06/24/2018
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Review and opinion by Mr. BENOIT L. Published on 05/21/2018
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