The 2012 Galets Oligocène Pinot Noir is darker and more intense in color, with more meaty notes in its concentrated fruity and floral aromas on the nose than the 2011 vintage. On the nose, aromas of black berries and raspberry are reflected in a more powerful, smooth and concentrated palate, with more tannins than the 2011, which was built on freshness, finesse and elegance. The 2012 is juicy, fleshy and intense on the palate, and the tannins are structured and perfectly integrated. (Wine Advocate 2015 - Robert Parker)
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Eye
lovely ruby red dress
Nose
distills subtle notes of red fruit, roasted coffee, and spices
Mouth
silky and supple, with notes of stone fruit
Serve
decant at 12-14°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2022
Production
3,360 bottles - 280 cases
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with poultry terrines, offal (liver and kidneys), roasted and grilled white meats, game birds, etc.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2015 guide) 89/100 (Very good wine)
About wine:
The 2012 Galets Oligocène Pinot Noir is darker and more intense in color, with more meaty notes in its concentrated fruity and floral aromas on the nose than the 2011 vintage. On the nose, aromas of black berries and raspberry are reflected in a more powerful, smooth and concentrated palate, with more tannins than the 2011, which was built on freshness, finesse and elegance. The 2012 is juicy, fleshy and intense on the palate, with structured and perfectly integrated tannins.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2016 guide) 15,5/20 (Good wine)
Rated estate (2023 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the estate:
Perfectionist Jean-Christophe Bott is one of Alsace's leading winemakers. He is committed to rigorous work in the cellar and in the vineyard, which is cultivated biodynamically. While it only covered 4 hectares when it was founded in 1953, the estate now has 15 hectares spread across seven communes. The wines here are full-bodied and smooth, with well-controlled richness and no heaviness whatsoever, particularly the Pinot Gris, which is definitely worth rediscovering. Each cuvée has both power and length on the palate, two qualities that lead to fullness. To top it all off, the estate offers slightly older vintages for sale and has recently started renting out cottages.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2016 guide) 90/100
Rated estate (2020 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
James Suckling
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
3.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. JEAN DANIEL P. Published on January 7, 2017
Best served now to enjoy its fruity, woody aromas and fresh structure. Served on New Year's Eve with roast capon and sauerkraut, very good.
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Review and opinion by Mr. SEBASTIEN R. Published on 12/13/2016
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