Domaine Rieflé-Landmann - L'Arabesque 2017 (demi-sec)
14,5/20
RVF
91/100
Vinous
Part of the Ad Quadratum range, L'Arabesque is a blend composed primarily of Gewurztraminer (90%) and Muscat. It produces an exuberant and complex off-dry wine with pleasant exotic and muscat-like notes. Very enjoyable on the palate, with a smooth and velvety texture. Ideal for pairing with exotic cuisine, sweet-and-savory dishes, or blue cheeses. Instant pleasure!
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Nose
Exuberant with notes of muscat and exotic fruits
Palate
Smooth, with a velvety texture and moderate acidity. Aromas of ripe yellow fruit, with lovely hints of exotic notes. Well-balanced sweetness and acidity.
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink starting at
2019
Drink before
2021
Food and Wine Pairings
It pairs perfectly with dishes seasoned with Middle Eastern spices, sweet-and-savory dishes, or strong cheeses (such as Munster or blue cheese)...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide): 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous vintage)
About the estate:
The Rieflés—Jean-Claude and his sons Thomas and Paul—significantly expanded their vineyard when they acquired the plots formerly owned by Seppi Landmann; their vineyards now stretch from Pfaffenheim to Soultzmatt, at the far end of the Noble Valley. Their viticulture is meticulously managed, with a strong focus on soil conservation, and this has been evident in the wines’ tasting profiles for the past few vintages. This is especially true now that Jean-Claude Rieflé has moved away from his experiments with natural wines, which had intrigued us greatly a few years ago. Their terroir-driven wines express a gastronomic salinity.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated 14.5/20 (2016 vintage) (Good wine)
Rated Estate (2020 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 estate:
For the Rieflé family, it’s a family tradition: the first winemaker in the family appeared as early as 1830. Today, Thomas tends the vineyards, Paul handles sales, and Jean-Claude, the father, makes the wine. But it’s their daily collaboration that drives the estate forward. The 2011 vintage, marked by the acquisition of the famous Seppi Landmann estate, coincides with the start of a winemaking approach focused on greater purity: more body and texture, but without excess sugar, and a slightly longer aging period on fine lees. New packaging also promises greater clarity in the range of wines offered. Finally, note the entry-level wines categorized by style, which may be blends: L’Éclat, a dry wine; L’Aplomb, round and full-bodied; and the aromatic L’Arabesque. L’Étoffe is the red.
Wine Enthusiast
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Vinous
Wine rated 91/100 (2016 vintage)
Customer Rating
4.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. PATRICE K. Posted on October 20, 2019
A few months ago, I rated it 4 glasses. After tasting it again today, I'm adding 1 more glass. You need to let it breathe for about an hour... Excellent.
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Review by Mr. DANIEL I. Published on May 31, 2019
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