Domaine Weinbach - Alsace Gewurztraminer Altenbourg 2021
97/100
James Suckling
“So many aromas of rose, jasmine, and orchid that one cannot help but succumb to the supremely sensual embrace of this dreamy Gewürztraminer, which feels as though it has transported you to Versailles during the reign of Louis XIV and Madame de Pompadour. A dangerously long and lingering finish. Made from biodynamically grown grapes certified by Demeter. Drink now or cellar.” (James Suckling 2023)
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Nose
A complex and subtle bouquet of white flowers, with a hint of smokiness
Palate
A smooth attack with a rich body and mineral freshness, notes of delicately spiced citrus peel, great purity, power, and elegance, with a long finish
Serve
At 10-14°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink before
2041
Food and wine pairings
Perfect as an appetizer, served with foie gras, smoked salmon, or cheeses (Munster, blue cheese, Époisses, Maroilles)...
Bettane & Desseauve
5-Star Estate (Exceptional producers who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)
About the estate:
Cathy Faller works alongside her sons, Eddy and Théo. The extensive vineyard produces fruit-forward wines of excellent structure and great finesse. The estate’s finest wines come from the surrounding hillsides: the Grand Crus 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 expansion is ideal for meeting the unflagging global demand. A true institution.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
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 is rare to find a place with such energy and history, producing wines of such purity. Supported by her two sons, Eddy and Théo, Catherine Faller leads the estate, devoting rare energy to maintaining the highest quality of 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, oversees winemaking. Eddy assists his mother with the business side of the operation. Here, one can taste one of the finest expressions of the Schlossberg Grand Cru, at various stages of maturity. Its clarity and precision are stunning, 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 (2023 guide) 97/100
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
With such rich aromas of rose, jasmine, and orchid, you can’t help but succumb to the supremely sensual embrace of this dreamy Gewürztraminer, which makes you feel as though you’ve been transported to Versailles during the reign of Louis XIV and Madame de Pompadour. A dangerously long and lingering finish. Made from biodynamically grown grapes certified by Demeter. Drink now or cellar.
Customer rating
5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. YOLAND S. Posted on January 4, 2024
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Review by Mr. Gilbert D. Published on December 6, 2023
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