Rating: Robert Parker 88/100, Bettane & Desseauve 16.5/20
“Produced from young vines on the Pinot Gris plots of Windsbuhl. The nose is strongly marked by crushed stone. The palate is full-bodied on the attack, then quickly becomes mineral, with the terroir’s salinity making the mouth water. ” (Le Grand Guide des Vins de France 2012 – Bettane & Desseauve)
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Eye
beautiful yellow-gold dress
Nose
reveals lovely minerality and aromas of honey and wax, combined with dried fruit
Palate
It is elegant but does not fully convey the wine’s richness. The residual sugars are quite noticeable at the moment, but the finish is enlivened by the typical freshness of Windsbuhl
Serve
decant at 8-10°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2024 and beyond
Guard
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Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur un foie gras de canard aux pommes, un feuilleté au Roquefort...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2024 guide): 5* Stars (Exceptional producers who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)
About the estate:
For three decades, this estate has been a model of Alsatian viticulture, telling the story of the Humbrecht family. Léonard, the founder, was a visionary who acquired the region’s finest terroirs, including the famous Rangen. Olivier, his son, who brilliantly introduced the principles of biodynamics as early as the 1990s. And today, Pierre-Émile, who joined the estate during the very challenging 2021 vintage, continues their legacy, particularly with the latest acquisitions on the Sommerberg.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2024 guide) 4*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:
An tireless ambassador for his wines and the region, Olivier Humbrecht—the first Frenchman to earn the title of Master of Wine—has long understood the importance of vineyard work. He converted the estate to biodynamic farming in 1999 and is one of its leading advocates, serving as president of the Biodyvin label. This approach has allowed him to avoid botrytis and reduce alcohol levels. The wines have evolved over the years and now exhibit a decidedly dry style, with the large casks aging them several meters underground. Like all great Alsace wines, they reach their full potential after a few years or decades of aging. The Clos Windsbuhl is a must-try, and the Rangen de Thann grows in prominence with time. Pierre-Emile, Olivier’s son, has just joined the estate. The excellence of this production, respected by all, allows this iconic property to enter the pantheon of our guide with a fourth star.
James Suckling
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. HERVE W. Published on 10/22/2012
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