Domaine Trimbach - Riesling Grand Cru Schlossberg 2016
17/20
Bettane & Desseauve
94/100
James Suckling
“A bright, fruity white with aromas and flavors of green apple slices and lemon. Medium-bodied. Dry. Lively acidity. Long and lively. A mineral finish. Drink now or cellar.” (James Suckling 2019) A wine produced in limited quantities for connoisseurs of refined Rieslings.
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Eye
A clear, brilliant yellow color
Nose
Delicate, fruity, fresh
Palate
A pure, crystalline Riesling. Delicate, refined, and well-defined
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink before
2026
Food and Wine Pairings
It pairs perfectly with seafood, grilled fish, fish in sauce, poultry, and pork, as well as all white meats...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 17/20 (Benchmark wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide): 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
The Ribeauvillé winery is slowly evolving to keep pace with the times. After shifting its focus to grand cru wines, Trimbach is in the process of converting to organic production (certification expected in 2023). This transition will require the involvement of its grape and wine suppliers. Here, Riesling reigns supreme (55% of production). The terroirs are well-suited: marl-limestone (Geisberg, Mandelberg, Clos-Saint-Hune in 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
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) 2*Stars (These truly great estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that—thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines—belong in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
A must-visit winery that stands proudly in the beautiful town of the minstrels, Trimbach delights wine lovers with its legendary Frédéric-Émile and Clos Sainte-Hune vintages. Across the vintages, Pierre Trimbach crafts Riesling with a vertical approach, always in a dry style. His brother Jean oversees global sales. They are now supported by the next generation: Anne and Frédérique (Pierre’s daughters) and Pauline and Julien (Jean’s children). The family produces wine from nearly 60 hectares of estate-owned vineyards and about 100 hectares of purchased grapes. Certain grands crus have been designated as such since 2009 and are directly allocated in small quantities by Jean Trimbach to the world’s finest restaurants. The estate undeniably contributes to the recognition of Alsace wines through its internationally renowned cuvées, while also producing entry-level wines of consistent quality. The range of Pinot Noirs still has room for improvement.
Vinous
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2019 guide) 94/100
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
A bright, fruity white wine with aromas and flavors of green apple slices and lemon. Medium-bodied. Dry. Lively acidity. Long and lively. A mineral finish. Enjoy now or celller.
Customer Rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Review and rating by Mr. JOSE D. Posted on 12/03/2019
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