Albert Boxler - Alsace Gewurztraminer Réserve 2022 (doux)
93/100
Yves Beck
93/100
Vinous
"Rich, fleshy, juicy, and full" (Vinous)
"In 2022, Jean Boxler declassified his Gewurztraminer from Brand and blended the limestone plots with it. The bouquet is intense and varietal, with distinct notes of wild rose and ginger. Smooth on the palate, the wine is creamy, round, and refreshing thanks to its subtle, structuring bitterness. (Yves Beck 2022)
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Eye
Golden dress
Nose
Expressive with spicy and floral notes, with all the finesse and freshness
Mouth
Fine and balanced
Serve
At 10-12°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2029
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with foie gras, tarte Tatin, savory/sweet dishes...
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
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)
Vinous
Wine rated (2024 guide) 93/100
About wine:
The Gewurztraminer Reserve 2022 contains Gewurztraminer grapes downgraded from the Brand granite Grand Cru and the Pfoeller, Logelberg, and Boland vineyards, which are closer to the Forimont Grand Cru on limestone. On the nose, bright and juicy lychee shines with a hint of rose. The palate is fluid, creamy, succulent, and rich in ripe fruit, combining peach compote with crushed lychee flesh. The 2022 is rich, fleshy, juicy, and full-bodied. Jean Boxler says this wine has about 30-25 g/L of residual sugar, which enhances the fruit. This wine is round, smooth, and long-lasting. (Medium)
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2022 guide) 93/100
About wine:
In 2022, Jean Boxler declassified his Gewurztraminer from Brand and blended the limestone plots with it. The bouquet is intense and varietal, with distinct notes of wild rose and ginger. Smooth on the palate, the wine is creamy, round, and refreshing thanks to subtle, structuring bitterness. Now – 2038
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