Albert Boxler - Alsace Grand Cru Sommerberg Pinot Gris Vendanges Tardives 2018 (50cl)
95/100
RVF
Intensely smoky, the nose of this Pinot Gris Vendanges Tardives offers aromas of baked apples, pear nectar, white truffle, and honey. The attack on the palate is dense and rich, then lively and penetrating, with harmonious acidity, leading to a long, smooth finish.
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Eye
Pale, brilliant golden yellow color
Nose
Intensely smoky, aromas of baked apples, pear nectar, white truffle, and honey
Mouth
Dense and rich attack, then lively and penetrating, harmonious acidity, long, smooth finish
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink before
2038+
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with chestnuts, slightly aged cheeses, foie gras, terrines... try it with an Asian or Indian dish...
Bettane & Desseauve
5-star estate (Exceptional producers, representing the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and worldwide)
About the estate:
Since arriving at the family estate nearly 20 vintages ago, Jean Boxler has slowly refined his techniques to now produce wines on par with the elite of Alsace. The vineyards are splendidly located, first on the Sommerberg, where Jean has a large plot, and then on the Brand, two terroirs that shine with Riesling, the estate's great grape variety. The viticulture is demanding and meticulous, with ageing adapted to the wines and vintages. There are no false notes here, whatever the grape variety, even the most modest Sylvaner or Pinot Blanc (although the latter comes from the Brand). The 2016 vintage is a superb success, with wines that are slightly less dense than 2015 but will age to perfection. 2017 allowed the Sylvaners, Pinot Blancs, Muscats, and of course Rieslings to stand out within the range. The choice is vast, even if few wines are available at the estate.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rating (2022 guide) 95/100 (2017 vintage)
Rated estate (2023 guide) 3 stars (These represent the excellence of French vineyards. The best terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical moment.)
About the estate:
Perched on the heights of Niedermorschwihr, Jean Boxler confirms his reputation as a highly demanding producer with his latest vintages. He brings out the nobility of the Sommerberg grand cru, a granite cirque whose steep slopes make work particularly difficult. The estate owns 4 hectares here, and 1.9 hectares in the Brand grand cru. Various cuvées from several plots are available; all of them now reach an exceptional level, and exploring their nuances is a fascinating exercise!
Wine Spectator
Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
Wine Enthusiast
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Customer rating
4/5
based on 1 review
Note and opinion by Mr. REMY P. Published on 11/05/2024
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