Rating: RVF 14.5/20, Gault Millau 14/20
“The best characteristics of Pinot Blanc are on full display, with notes of cut grass, acacia, and white pear. The palate is lively, with a delicate acidity and an extremely rich flavor. ” (Les Meilleurs Vins de France 2012 - Gault Millau). A supple, balanced, and enjoyable wine to be savored now while it’s fresh!
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Eye
yellow-green color with golden highlights
Nose
still shy, with hints of crème brûlée and white fruit
Palate
a powerful, full-bodied, and luscious wine, rich with aromas of pear, pastry cream, and grapefruit
Serve
between 10 and 12°C
Open
15 minutes before serving
Drink from
2012
Drink before
2015
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des poissons de mer ou de rivière, des viandes telles que le veau, le poulet, le lapin, une tourte, une quiche aux poireaux, idéal sur un buffet froid...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2024 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
Upon returning to the estate in 1999, Matthieu Boesch quickly decided to make the transition to organic and biodynamic farming, earning certification as early as 2006. However, while these sustainable practices are one thing, it took more time for the wines to find their balance in the glass—for the added acidity and tension to develop and harmonize over time. For the past two vintages, we’ve found that this is now the case. Good news!
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2024 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
As ardent advocates of biodynamics for over a decade, Matthieu and his wife Marie represent the eleventh generation of the Léon Boesch estate, located in the heart of the Vallée Noble. Here, the Zinnkoepflé grand cru is now dedicated to Gewürztraminer, with the aim of establishing it as a benchmark for a dry, full-bodied style. The estate has been practicing biodynamic agriculture since 2000, and the winery inaugurated in Westhalten in 2010 is a model of bioclimatic design. The wines possess depth and best express the terroirs of the region.
Customer rating
3.5/5
based on 10 reviews
Review by Ms. ISABELLE B. Posted on January 17, 2014
Refined, delicate, a straightforward wine—serious yet simple, easy to drink, and thirst-quenching!
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Review by Mr. FREDERIC B. Published on September 26, 2012
May 2012: Excellent—a taut, full-bodied wine with a long finish. Very distinctive. Excellent value for money.
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Review by Mr. RENE M. Published on April 10, 2021
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Review by Mr. IVAN B. Posted on January 9, 2020
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Review by Mr. GERARD W. Published on August 3, 2014
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Review by Mr. EMMANUEL P. Published on 02/07/2014
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Review by Mr. RENAUD L. Published on March 3, 2013
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Review by Mr. BENOIT L. Published on March 1, 2013
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Review by Mr. DANIEL G. Posted on 12/20/2012
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Review by Mr. FRANCK L. Published on 12/02/2012
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