Louis Sipp - Gewurztraminer Rotenberg 2012
15,5/20
RVF
15,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
15,5/20
Gault & Millau
“Delicate aromatic notes of lychee captivate us from the very first moment. Then the fruity, round, and smooth palate, framed by a touch of acidity, wins us over… The finish, with its exotic aromas, makes our mouths water. Pure pleasure!” (The Bettane & Desseauve Guide to French Wines 2016)
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Eye
a beautiful yellow color with white-gold highlights
Nose
Expressive, rich, and complex. Notes of ripe fruit reveal the grapes’ beautiful overripeness, along with the spicy character typical of this grape variety.
Palate
Full-bodied and rich, with a hint of sweetness. The finish is long, fresh, and lemony, without any heaviness
Serve
at 10-12°C
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2022
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with foie gras, exotic and spicy dishes, curry-based dishes, Munster cheese, blue cheeses (Roquefort, Stilton), pastries (chocolate truffles), and sweet treats
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2015 guide) 15,5/20 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2020 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the wine:
Delicate aromatic notes of lychee captivate us from the very first sip. Then the fruity, round, and smooth palate, framed by a touch of acidity, wins us over… The finish, with its exotic aromas, makes our mouths water. Pure pleasure!
About the estate:
Étienne Sipp manages this prominent 40-hectare estate situated on the hillsides surrounding Ribeauvillé, which includes, among others, the grand cru vineyards of Kirchberg and Osterberg. The standout wines here are, of course, the Rieslings; the terroirs of the Ribeauvillé region are wonderfully suited to the grape variety, particularly in the vintages of 2013, 2014, and 2017—wines that age perfectly over several decades, as the estate demonstrates by opening old bottles from the 1970s, bearing in mind that at the time, viticulture was far from adhering to current organic standards (the estate is now certified). At the entry level, the wines clearly express the saline character that the upcoming communal appellations are expected to require.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Wine rated (2015 guide) 15,5/20 (Very good)
About the wine:
Beautiful, elegant, and delicate aromas; its medium-dry balance is invigorating and mouth-watering thanks to superb acidity—it’s a perfect accompaniment to a meal.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2016 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 here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the wine:
The Rotenberg boasts exceptional acidity.
About the estate:
Passionate about his terroirs, Étienne Sipp organically cultivates a vast vineyard that includes two fine grands crus: the Kirchberg de Ribeauvillé and the Osterberg, vinified with aging in mind and always refined. The plot-by-plot work he has been carrying out for several years is highly commendable. We have a preference for the estate’s whites, where Riesling reigns supreme. The potential of this vineyard could allow it to go even further, and some wines are disappointing: with regret, we are removing the star this year.
Customer rating
3/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. MASI L. Published on March 7, 2016
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