Domaine Trimbach - Riesling Sélection de Vieilles Vignes 2016
15/20
RVF
16,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
A deep and complex wine with a mineral structure, it is very expressive and elegant, dense and balanced with a long, intense and aromatic finish and a lingering salinity. A remarkable Riesling worthy of the premier crus!
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Eye
Clear color with green highlights
Nose
Intense with floral and spicy notes
Mouth
Rich, concentrated, and elegant. Long and complex finish with citrus and mineral notes. Develops beautiful complexity, crystalline fruitiness, and fine, precise acidity.
Serve
At 8-10°C
Drink before
2027
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with a platter of shellfish and crustaceans, a selection of goat's cheeses or blue cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2019 guide) 16,5/20 (Reference wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) 4 stars (Producers of very high quality, the pride of French vineyards)
About the estate:
The Ribeauvillé estate is slowly evolving to keep pace with the times. After shifting its focus to grand cru wines, Trimbach is now converting to organic farming (certification expected in 2023). The process will involve its grape and wine suppliers. Riesling reigns supreme here (55% of production). The terroirs are ideal: marl-limestone (Geisberg, Mandelberg, Clos-Saint-Hune au Rosacker) or granite (Schlossberg, Brand). The Frédéric-Émile cuvée blends the Osterberg and Geisberg grands crus. The 2017 and 2019 vintages will go down in history.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2019 guide) 15/20 (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 wine:
Appears lighter than the reserve cuvée, even though it has a beautiful, mouthwatering power.
About the estate:
A must-visit estate that stands proudly in the beautiful city of musicians, Trimbach delights wine lovers with its legendary Frédéric-Émile and Clos Sainte-Hune vintages. Depending on the vintage, Pierre Trimbach vinifies Riesling in a vertical style, always dry. His brother Jean manages sales worldwide. They are now supported by the new generation, Anne and Frédérique (Pierre's daughters) and Pauline and Julien (Jean's children). The family vinifies nearly 60 hectares of their own vineyards and around 100 hectares of purchased grapes. Certain grands crus have been claimed since 2009 and are allocated directly in small quantities by Jean Trimbach to the world's finest restaurants. The house undeniably contributes to the promotion of Alsace wines with internationally renowned vintages, while producing entry-level wines of consistent quality. The range of Pinot Noirs still has room for improvement.
Vinous
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
3/5
based on 2 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. JEAN PAUL M. Published on 08/25/2019
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Review and opinion by Mr. JEAN-FRANÇOIS L. Published on 08/13/2019
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