Josmeyer Riesling Grand Cru Hengst-Samain 2015
Alsace
White
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Drink or Keep
93/100
Bettane & Desseauve
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89+/100
Robert Parker
"A dazzling success!
This Grand Cru Hengst Riesling Blanc 2015 is all purity and crystalline tension, displaying sumptuous aromas of white fruits but also lemongrass, verbena, celery, ginger, beautiful root notes that mingle with delectation, stretched by fine bitters! Still firm and perfectly ripe, it can be cellared for up to ten years without any problem. A virtuoso at the peak of his art!
Features
Estate
Domaine Josmeyer
Cuvée
Grand Cru Riesling Hengst-Samain
Vintage
2015
Designation
Alsace Grand Cru
Region
Alsace
Grape varieties
100% Riesling
Terroirs
Oligocene and marl soils
Viticulture
Certified organic
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Spontaneous fermentation without enzymes, from 1 to 4 months
Breeding
In century-old oak tuns or stainless steel tanks
Alcohol content
13.5%
Residual sugars
2.8 g/l
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Bright, clear yellow colour
Nose
Sumptuous aromas of white fruits as well as lemongrass, verbena, celery, ginger, beautiful root notes that mingle with delectation, stretched by fine bitters.
Mouth
All purity and crystalline tension
Serve
AT 8-10°C
Drink before
2045
Food and wine pairing
Sashimi is a perfect match, as are fine seafood and aged cheeses such as old comtés, gouda or parmesan, all of which are enhanced by this wine that sublimates its complexity through a language of salt...
Josmeyer Estate
Alsace
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 93/100
Domaine rated (guide 2022) 4*Stars (Top-quality producers, the glories of French winegrowing)
About the wine:
The fruitiness begins to take hold, with candied citrus and a gourmet touch. The palate is already seductive, due to the weaker acidity; it's already in place, but its beautiful mineral restitution on the finish is a marvel.
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.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Scored (2017 guide) 89+/100 (Very good wine)
About the wine:
Coming from the upper part of the cru and a rockier, shallower soil, the 2015 Riesling Grand Cru Hengst Samain has a very fresh, stony, lemony bouquet, richer, but also reductive at the moment. Rich, round and creamy on the palate, this is a very different Hengst, endowed with power, firm tannins and a very long, still slightly bitter finish. It's a very powerful, more masculine Hengst.
Vinous A. Galloni
Recommended area
James Suckling
Graded areas (2019 guide) Recommended
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Customer reviews
Customer rating
4.7/5
out of 3 reviews
Note and review by M. BERNARD L. Published on 18/05/2023
Cassolette of clams with thyme, fresh garlic and curry; a marvel.
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Note and review by M. VINCENT D. Published on 23/09/2024
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Note and review by Mme RATTANA D. Published on 23/09/2023
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