Louis Sipp - Gewurztramier Grand Cru Osterberg 2012
15,5/20
RVF
91/100
Robert Parker
"The 2012 Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Osterberg has a lovely clean, ripe bouquet with precise fruit definition and mineral and even smoky aromas. Full-bodied and rich, with lovely freshness, tannic grip, and persistent salinity, this is a round, aromatic Gewurz, elegant and well-structured, with lively acidity and good minerality. The finish is perhaps a little harsh at this stage." (Wine Advocate 2017 - Robert Parker)
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Nose
Complex and expressive with notes of spices and exotic fruits and great purity.
Mouth
Rich attack. Beautiful freshness typical of the 2012 vintage. Finesse and length.
Serve
at 10°C
Drink from
2018
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairings
It pairs perfectly with rich, flavorful dishes such as foie gras, smoked fish, and fish in sauce. An excellent accompaniment to spicy cuisines (Asian cuisine). Also perfect with strong cheeses (Roquefort, Stilton, Munster, Maroilles, etc.) and desserts (especially chocolate desserts).
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide) 3 stars (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Étienne Sipp manages this important 40-hectare estate located on the hillsides surrounding Ribeauvillé, including the Kirchberg and Osterberg grands crus. The great wines here are, of course, Rieslings, as the terroirs of Ribeauvillé are wonderfully suited to this grape variety, particularly in 2013, 2014 and 2017, wines that age perfectly over several decades, as the estate can demonstrate by opening old bottles from the 1970s, bearing in mind that at the time, viticulture was far from complying with current organic standards (the estate is now certified). At the entry level, the wines express well the saline character that the upcoming communal appellations will soon require.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2017 guide) 91/100 (Outstanding wine)
About wine:
The 2012 Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Osterberg has a lovely clean, ripe bouquet with precise fruit definition and mineral and even smoky aromas. Full-bodied and rich, with lovely freshness, tannic grip, and persistent salinity, this is a round, aromatic Gewurz, elegant and well-structured, with lively acidity and good minerality. The finish is perhaps a little harsh at this stage.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2017 guide) 15,5/20 (Good wine)
Rated estate (2021 guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking and, as such, all the estates listed in it, even those without stars, represent, in our opinion, the excellence of French production.)
About the estate:
Passionate about his terroirs, Étienne Sipp organically cultivates a vast vineyard, including two beautiful grands crus: Kirchberg de Ribeauvillé and Osterberg, vinified with aging in mind and always refined. The plot-by-plot work carried out over the last few years is very impressive. We have a preference for the estate's whites, where Riesling reigns supreme. The heritage of this vineyard could allow it to go even further, and some wines disappoint: regretfully, we are withdrawing the star this year.
Customer rating
5/5
based on 3 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. CASTELAIN O. Published on 07/21/2021
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