Domaine Trimbach- Alsace Grand Cru Geisberg 2018
Alsace
White
Sold individually
Drink or Keep
94/100
RVF
-
92+/100
Robert Parker
"An opulent Riesling
"The 2018 Riesling Grand Cru Geisberg opens with very ripe, even partially overripe or dried fruit, and lactic notes on the nose (...). This vintage was pure, fresh and well representative of the Geisberg terroir, with stony, saline notes. On the palate, it's an opulent, dense and baroque Riesling, with power, sweetness (only 3.9 grams per liter) and a firm, concentrated finish. This is another wine that needs a few years to relax and breathe." (Wine Advocate 2023)
Features
Estate
Domaine Trimbach
Cuvée
Geisberg
Vintage
2018
Designation
Alsace
Region
Alsace
Grape varieties
100% Riesling (vielles vignes de plus de 50 ans)
Terroirs
Limestone and dolomitic marl soils, small terraces with steep south-facing slopes
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Grapes crushed and gently pressed, vinified in stainless steel vats and old tuns.
Breeding
5 years of cellar ageing after bottling
Alcohol content
14,78%
Residual sugars
3.1 g/l
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Pale yellow colour
Nose
Powerful aromas of candied fruit, honey and spices.
Mouth
Juicy, mineral with notes of ripe stone fruit, good balance between finesse and strength
Serve
AT 8-9°C
Drink before
2038
Food and wine pairing
Ideal with grilled noble fish, blue lobster, poultry with truffle sauce, vegetable ravioli with sage butter, asparagus risotto...
Domaine Trimbach
Alsace
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine rated (guide 2022) 4*Stars (Top-quality producers, the glories of French winegrowing)
About the domain :
The Ribeauvillé winery is slowly evolving to keep up with the times. Trimbach, which has made the switch to Grand Cru wines, is currently undergoing organic conversion (certification planned for 2023). The process will require the involvement of grape and wine suppliers. Here, Riesling is king (55% of volumes). The terroirs are ideal: marl-limestone (Geisberg, Mandelberg, Clos-saint-Hune au Rosacker) or granite (Schlossberg, Brand). The cuvée frédéric-émile blends the grand crus Osterberg and Geisberg. The 2017 and 2019 vintages will make history.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (guide 2023) 92+/100 (Wonderful wine)
Domaine noté (guide 2023) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The 2018 Riesling Grand Cru Geisberg opens with very ripe, even partially overripe or dried fruit, and lactic notes on the nose that lack concentration and precision. I asked for a second bottle and got one that had been opened two days earlier. It was pure, fresh and well representative of the Geisberg terroir, with stony, saline notes. On the palate, this is an opulent, dense and baroque Riesling, with power, sweetness (only 3.9 grams per liter) and a firm, concentrated finish. This is another wine that needs a few years to relax and breathe. 14.6% declared alcohol. Tasted at the estate in May 2022.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (guide 2025) 94/100
Domaine rated (guide 2023) 2*Stars (These great estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, must be included in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the wine:
Between citrus zest and nutmeg, the Geisberg nose is quite radiant. Its intensity of flavor and gentle persistence are impressive.
About the domain :
Trimbach, a landmark winery that stands proudly in the beautiful city of the minstrels, delights wine-lovers with its legendary Frédéric-Émile and Clos Sainte-Hune cuvées. From vintage to vintage, Pierre Trimbach vinifies Riesling in a vertical, dry style. His brother Jean manages worldwide sales. They are now supported by the new generation, Anne and Frédérique (Pierre's daughters) and Pauline and Julien (Jean's children). The family vinifies close to 60 hectares of property and around 100 hectares of purchased grapes. Since 2009, some of the grand crus have been claimed by Jean Trimbach and directly allocated in small quantities to the world's finest tables. Jean Trimbach is making an undeniable contribution to the development of Alsace wines, with emblematic cuvées at international level, while producing entry-level wines of consistent quality. The Pinot Noir range still has room for improvement.
Vinous A. Galloni
Rated domain (guide 2023) Recommended
James Suckling
Rated domain (guide 2023) Recommended
Customer reviews
Buy your Trimbach wines at the best price on private sale!
Free on your 1st order*.
An expert selection
The best wines and champagnes rated by the greatest guides (Hachette, Gault Millau, La Revue du Vin de France, Bettane & Desseauve, Parker, Concours, ...).
Direct from the estates
For impeccable preservation, all the bottles of wine on sale on our site are still in the cellar of the winery or its merchant at the time of your purchase.
Wines at the best price
You always get the best price on the wines you buy on 1jour1vin , and if you find your wine cheaper on another site, we'll refund the difference.
Best prices
Secure payment
Careful delivery
Customer service
1jour1vin - 2024