Rating: Robert Parker 91/100, Gault Millau 17/20, RVF 15.5/20
“The Gewürztraminer VT is complex and flavorful. Its perfectly balanced profile is truly captivating. ” (Les Meilleurs Vins de France 2011 – RVF). Sourced from the estate’s finest plots, it is produced only in exceptional vintages. The overripe grapes, typically affected by noble rot (Botrytis cinerea), yield this exceptional wine, which naturally retains residual sugar in perfect harmony with beautiful freshness, great fullness, and an extraordinary finish. A top-class 2005 to be savored on its own!
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Eye
shiny gold dress
Nose
Fruity and spicy, explosive, with great aromatic finesse, featuring notes of quince, lychee, baked apple, and dried linden
Palate
Beautiful acidity, indicative of great concentration and superb balance, with notes of dried apricots and almost roasted figs. It remains very fresh, even with 53 g/L of residual sugar
Serve
at 8-10°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2020 and beyond
Production
6,000 bottles
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur une tarte aux mirabelles, des desserts avec fruits jaunes, un foie gras nature ou poêlé ; des mets riches et savoureux, une cuisine aux épices, les associations sucrées-salées...<br/>
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
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
4.7/5
based on 6 reviews
Review by Mr. STEPHANE Y. Posted on May 7, 2024
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Review by Mr. PHILIPPE B. Published on October 2, 2023
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Review by Mr. PIERRE M. Published on July 25, 2022
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Review by Mr. PIERRE A. Posted on 10/24/2017
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Review by Mr. BENOIT C. Published on June 5, 2014
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Review by Mr. DOMINIQUE S. Posted on September 22, 2013
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