“I love the nose of ripe citrus and peach that draws you into this generous, juicy, yet very lively dry Alsatian Riesling. Next comes the bold, complex finish—salty and chalky—that tells you most of these vines grew on limestone soils. [...]. Drink now or keep.” (James Suckling 2020) A remarkable Riesling worthy of the 1er Crus!
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Eye
Pale yellow color with light highlights
Nose
White floral notes with hints of minerality and citrus
Palate
Structured and fruity with good body, a mineral and salty finish
Serve
At 10-12°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with a vegetable carpaccio, fish drizzled with olive oil, burrata, tapas...
Bettane & Desseauve
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 farming (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 exceptional estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place 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. Depending on the vintage, Pierre Trimbach vinifies Riesling in a vertical style, always dry. His brother Jean oversees global sales. 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 estate-grown grapes and about 100 hectares of purchased grapes. Certain grand cru wines 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 promotion of Alsace wines with internationally renowned cuvées, while also producing entry-level wines of consistent quality. The range of Pinot Noirs still has room for improvement.
Vinous
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2020 guide) 94/100
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
I love the aroma of ripe citrus and peach that draws you into this generous, juicy, yet very lively dry Alsatian Riesling. Next comes the bold and complex finish, with salty and chalky notes that tell you most of these vines grew on limestone soils. 100% estate-grown fruit from 50-year-old vines. Drink now or cellar.
Customer rating
4.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. JEAN-BAPTISTE L. Published on 12/28/2022
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Review by Mr. STEPHANE A. Published on September 24, 2021
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