Albert Boxler - Alsace Pinot Blanc Réserve 2022

Bettane & Desseauve

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.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

About wine:

The Pinot Blanc Réserve 2022 comes from Brand Kirchberg (80%) and the granite soils of Niedermorschwihr, which give it texture and suppleness. The wine is rich and intense on the palate, yet fresh, lively, well-structured, and salty on the finish. This is a fairly complex Pinot Blanc from vines over 50 years old. 13% alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the estate in April 2024.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About wine:

Light and crisp, Pinot Blanc deserves to be decanted to get rid of its gas.

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

Wine Enthusiast

Vinous

About wine:

The Pinot Blanc Reserve 2022 is a pure Pinot Blanc, sourced from a parcel of the Barnd Grand Cru and a parcel of Niedermorschwihr, both on granite. They are harvested together, then pressed and fermented together. On the nose, the flesh and skin of red pears are evident, edged with light notes of mango. The palate is lively, fresh, and beautifully intense, with notes of pear skin and zest. This is a very fresh Pinot Blanc, with lots of verve and direction. A beautiful zesty energy shines through. (Dry to the bone)