Domaine Trimbach - Pinot Gris Réserve 2018
92/100
Wine Enthusiast
“Pear Delight”
“Only a hint of freshly cut ripe pear skin briefly appears on the nose of this wine. The palate presents a precise profile of ripe, concentrated green pear, expressed with purity, precision, and restraint. All the fruit is there, but instead of becoming rounded, it soars with freshness—a true feat in 2018. The finish is dry and lively. " (Wine Enthusiast 2020)
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Eye
A beautiful pale yellow color
Nose
Aromas of ripe pear, dried fruit, apricot, and acacia honey
Palate
Full-bodied, smooth, with a nice bite
Serve
at 8-10°C
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
It pairs perfectly with veal blanquette, chicken stew, fatty fish such as salmon with sorrel, Savoyard fondue...
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 gradually 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 boasting 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 crafts Riesling with a vertical profile, 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 their own vineyards and about 100 hectares of purchased grapes. Certain Grand Crus have been designated 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.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2020 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
Only a hint of freshly cut ripe pear skin briefly appears on the nose of this wine. On the palate, it presents a precise profile of ripe, concentrated green pear, expressed with purity, precision, and restraint. All the fruit is there, but instead of becoming rounded, it soars with freshness—a true feat in 2018. The finish is dry and lively.
Vinous
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
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