Domaine Trimbach - Pinot Gris Réserve Personnelle 2012
90+/100
Robert Parker
15,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
"Straw yellow in color, the 2012 Pinot Gris Réserve Personnelle is slightly more affected by noble rot and thus has more richness and sweetness than its 2013 successor. The clean, ripe, and rich nose matches the velvety, rich texture of this opulent and delicious wine. However, the slightly sweet fruit is balanced by classic acidity that cuts through the richness of the fruit like a knife. The finish of this firm wine is long, salty, and rather dry." (Wine Advocate 2015 - Robert Parker)
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Eye
beautiful golden dress
Nose
rich, with notes of apricot, ripe pear, mango, and smoky nuances
Mouth
Creamy, full-bodied, with aromas of ripe fruit.
Serve
at 10-14°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2022 and beyond
Food and wine pairings
To be enjoyed with rich, flavorful dishes. Foie gras, of course, as well as sweetbreads, duck fillets... and white meats in sauce. It pairs beautifully with fish, especially smoked fish such as salmon, and white fish such as sole, turbot, John Dory, and monkfish...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 15.5/20 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) 4 stars (Producers of very high quality, the pride of French vineyards)
About wine:
Richer than the reserve, with finer origins too, delicious balance, ideal with foie gras, lovely tension.
About the estate:
The Ribeauvillé estate is slowly evolving to keep pace with the times. After shifting its focus to grand cru wines, Trimbach is now converting to organic farming (certification expected in 2023). The process will involve its grape and wine suppliers. Riesling reigns supreme here (55% of production). The terroirs are ideal: marl-limestone (Geisberg, Mandelberg, Clos-Saint-Hune au Rosacker) or granite (Schlossberg, Brand). The Frédéric-Émile cuvée blends the Osterberg and Geisberg grands crus. The 2017 and 2019 vintages will go down in history.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2015 guide) 90+/100 (Outstanding wine)
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About wine:
Straw yellow in color, the 2012 Pinot Gris Réserve Personnelle is slightly more affected by noble rot and thus has more richness and sweetness than its successor in 2013. The clean, ripe, and rich nose matches the velvety, rich texture of this opulent and delicious wine. However, the slightly sweet fruit is balanced by a classic acidity that cuts through the richness of the fruit like a knife. The finish of this firm wine is long, salty, and rather dry.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2023 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the estate:
A must-visit estate that stands proudly in the beautiful city of musicians, Trimbach delights wine lovers with its legendary Frédéric-Émile and Clos Sainte-Hune vintages. Depending on the vintage, Pierre Trimbach vinifies Riesling in a vertical style, always dry. His brother Jean manages sales worldwide. They are now supported by the new generation, Anne and Frédérique (Pierre's daughters) and Pauline and Julien (Jean's children). The family vinifies nearly 60 hectares of their own vineyards and around 100 hectares of purchased grapes. Certain grands crus have been claimed since 2009 and are allocated directly in small quantities by Jean Trimbach to the world's finest restaurants. The house undeniably contributes to the promotion of Alsace wines with internationally renowned vintages, while producing entry-level wines of consistent quality. The range of Pinot Noirs still has room for improvement.
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Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended
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Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended
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