Rating: Robert Parker 90/100, Bettane & Desseauve 17/20 (Ready to drink now)
“Powerful, highly gastronomic, with a smoky and spicy nose and a full-bodied, deep palate with a smooth, velvety finish. The significant proportion of vines from the Hengst vineyard gives the wine its character. ” (The Great Guide to French Wines 2011 - Bettane & Desseauve)
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Eye
deep color with golden highlights
Nose
highly expressive, with distinct notes of lychee, rose, and exotic fruits, subtly enhanced by the complexing influence of noble rot, which adds notes of leather, spices, and honey
Palate
rich and full-bodied, with a finish enhanced by a robust structure. This is a wine with character that will continue to impress in the years to come
Serve
at 10-12°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink from
2012
Drink before
2025 and beyond
Guard
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Food and wine pairings
A déguster en apéritif, sur un foie gras d'oie, 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. DOMINIQUE D. Published on August 1, 2019
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