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Domaine Weinbach - Alsace Gewürztraminer Cuvée Laurence 2020

Domaine Weinbach - Alsace Gewurztraminer Cuvée Laurence 2020

Alsace|White wine|Organic

4/5 (8 customers)

95/100

James Suckling

91/100

Bettane & Desseauve

Gewürztraminer

complex

balanced

sweet

foie gras

gastronomy

“A wonderful nose of exotic fruits (more mango than lychee) and tropical flowers, with no single note dominating—quite the opposite. So succulent and elegant; the texture on the palate, rather smooth, is truly silky. The extravagance of this grape comes through only slightly in the flamboyant finish, where a hint of salt effortlessly lifts the full body. Made from biodynamically grown grapes. Drink now or celller.” (James Suckling 2022)

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Estate

Domaine Weinbach

Vintage

Gewurztraminer Cuvée Laurence

Vintage

2020

Designation

Alsace

Region

Alsace

Grape Varieties

100% Gewurztraminer

Regions

Marl-limestone soils at the foot of the hill in the Altenbourg area, on a gentle, south-facing slope

Viticulture

Certified organic and biodynamic

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

Gentle, slow pressing of whole clusters in pneumatic presses; fermentation with native yeasts in old oak casks

Livestock Farming

9 months in old oak barrels

Alcohol content

14%

Residual sugars

22 g/L

Organic

Yes

Nose

Subtle and complex, with beautiful rose aromas and notes of white tea and pink pepper

Palate

A dense attack, well-balanced body and structure, a lively mid-palate, and a clean, elegant finish without any heaviness

Serve

At 10-12°C

Open

1/2 hour before

Drink before

2034

Food and Wine Pairings

Pairs well with rich, flavorful meats such as goose, smoked fish, spicy dishes, and cheeses...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Wine rated 91/100

5-Star-Rated Estate (Exceptional producers who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)

About the wine:

A very pleasant, rich nose of roses and melon. A light sweetness on the attack, resulting in a smooth palate that quickly develops subtle spicy notes, all with great finesse.

About the estate:

Cathy Faller works alongside her sons, Eddy and Théo. The expansive vineyard produces fruity wines of excellent structure and great finesse. The finest wines come from the surrounding hillsides: the Grand Cru wines Furstentum and Altenbourg, and the Schlossberg, which shines with its crystalline expression of Riesling. The 2019 acquisition of the Gérard Fuchs estate (in Sigolsheim) added six hectares to the property, including two on the Furstentum Grand Cru. This is ideal for meeting the unwavering global demand. A true institution.

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Rated estate (2023 guide): 3*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience.)

About the estate:

Le Clos des Capucins is one of those magical, elusive, and timeless places. It’s rare to find a place with so much energy and history, producing wines of such purity. Supported by her two sons, Eddy and Théo, Catherine Faller leads the estate, devoting extraordinary energy to maintaining the highest quality in the wines and ensuring a warm welcome at the estate. Her son Théo devotes a great deal of attention to the vineyards, which have been cultivated biodynamically across the entire estate since 2005, while Ghislain Berthiot, who has been with the estate for several years, is in charge of winemaking. Eddy assists his mother with the business side of the operation. Here you can taste one of the finest expressions of the Schlossberg Grand Cru, at various stages of maturity. Its clarity and precision amaze us, often approaching perfection. Gewürztraminer finds its ideal terroirs in the surrounding area. The estate has just acquired 6 hectares of vineyards, including 1 hectare of the Furstentum Grand Cru.

Vinous

Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended

James Suckling

Wine rated (2022 guide) 95/100

Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended

About the wine:

A wonderful nose of exotic fruits (more mango than lychee) and tropical flowers, with no single note dominating—quite the opposite, in fact. So succulent and elegant; the texture on the palate, rather smooth, is truly silky. The extravagance of this grape comes through only slightly in the flamboyant finish, where a hint of saltiness effortlessly lifts the full-bodied wine. Made from biodynamically grown grapes. Ready to drink now or worth cellaring.

Customer Rating

4/5

based on 8 reviews

Review by Mr. PATRICK D. Posted on August 31, 2026