Josmeyer - Alsace Riesling Grand Cru Hengst 2018
Alsace
White
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Drink or Keep
94/100
RVF
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93/100
James Suckling
"[...] Remarkable freshness for an exceptionally warm vintage. Lots of Amalfi lemon fruit and a slightly salty mineral freshness for those with patience. Long, earthy, herbaceous finish. Drink now, but preferably from 2025." (James Suckling). This Riesling Grand Cru surprises, tantalizes and delights the senses with its mineral structure and delicate yellow fruit notes.
Features
Estate
Domaine Josmeyer
Cuvée
Riesling Grand Cru Hengst
Vintage
2018
Designation
Alsace Grand Cru Hengst
Region
Alsace
Grape varieties
100% Riesling
Terroirs
In the commune of Wintzenheim, this terroir is essentially composed of Oligocene limestone conglomerates (14% active limestone) and interbedded marls several hundred meters thick.
Viticulture
Certified organic and biodynamic
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Spontaneous fermentation for 1-4 months
Breeding
In century-old oak tuns or stainless steel vats
Alcohol content
13.5%
Residual sugars
3 g/l
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Bright, clear yellow colour
Nose
Opens with mineral and fresh herb notes
Mouth
Saline and powerful with great finesse, dense and complex structure
Serve
AT 10-12°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink before
2031+
Food and wine pairing
In addition to his natural pairings with Alsatian cuisine, he gracefully underscores the iodized flavors of seafood and loves the language of salt: seafood, sea or freshwater fish, sushi, sashimi, but also white meats with cream and mushrooms, goat's or ewe's milk cheeses, soft cheeses (comté, old gouda, parmesan)...
Josmeyer Estate
Alsace
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine rated (guide 2022) 4*Stars (Top-quality producers, the glories of French winegrowing)
About the domain :
With courage and discipline, Céline and Isabelle Meyer manage the estate long run by their father Jean. Biodynamic viticulture shines through in wines with airy, pure, fresh, chiselled mouthfeel. The estate's two favorite grands crus are Hengst and Brand, where Riesling shines particularly brightly. Pinot Gris is part of a long tradition of dry wines, unfortunately not so common in Alsace.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (guide 2021) 94/100
About the wine:
Spicy aromas and flavors, more restrained, to which a fine noble bitterness brings relief and vivacity.
Vinous A. Galloni
Recommended area
James Suckling
Rated wine (guide 2022) 93/100
Graded areas (2019 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
[...] Remarkable freshness for an exceptionally warm vintage. Lots of Amalfi lemon fruit and a slightly salty mineral freshness for those with patience. Long, earthy, herbaceous finish. Drink now, but preferably from 2025.
About the domain :
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4.3/5
out of 3 reviews
Note and review by M. BERNARD L. Published on 23/08/2024
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Note and review by M. ALAIN V. Published on 09/02/2024
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Note and review by Mme RATTANA D. Published on 23/09/2023
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