Ratings: Robert Parker 93/100, Gault Millau 16.5/20, Bettane & Desseauve 16/20
“Finally, a Pinot Gris presented at ideal aromatic maturity, with notes of warm brioche, Queen Claude plums, and honey. The balance on the palate is well executed, with the structure typical of Pinot Gris. Aromatic persistence lasting over 10 minutes.” (Les Meilleurs Vins de France 2011 - Gault Millau)
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Eye
beautiful golden dress
Nose
Fruity, with a rich bouquet of ripe fruit and a smoky note characteristic of the grape variety
Palate
A powerful wine with notes of yellow fruits such as quince and pear. Its richness and well-integrated acidity evoke very subtle hints of butter and smoke.
Serve
at 10-14°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2015
Production
2,500 cases
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des mets riches et relevés. Le Foie gras bien sûr, ainsi que les ris de veau, filets de canards...et les viandes blanches en sauce. Il connaitra un très beau mariage avec les poissons, poissons fumés surtout le saumon, poissons blancs tels la sole, le turbot, le saint Pierre et la lotte... <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
5/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. CHRISTOPHE T. Published on July 4, 2013
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