Domaine Weinbach - Alsace Gewurztraminer Altenbourg 2021
Alsace
White
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Drink or Keep
97/100
James Suckling
"So many aromas of pink rose, jasmine and orchid that you can't help but fall into the super-sensual embrace of this dreamy gewurz, which gives the impression of having been transported to Versailles in the days of Louis XIV and Madame de Pompadour. Dangerously long, persistent finish. Made from Demeter-certified biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or cellar. (James Suckling 2023)
Features
Estate
Domaine Weinbach
Cuvée
Gewurztraminer Altenbourg
Vintage
2021
Designation
Alsace
Region
Alsace
Grape varieties
100% Gewurztraminer
Terroirs
Marly limestone soils of the Altenbourg, at altitudes of 225 and 250 m, on a gentle south-facing slope.
Viticulture
Certified organic and biodynamic
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Fermentation in old oak tuns with indigenous yeasts
Breeding
10 months in tuns
Alcohol content
14.2%
Residual sugars
25 g/l
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Nose
Complex and subtle white flowers, slightly smoky
Mouth
Suave attack with rich substance and mineral freshness, delicately spicy citrus peel notes, great purity, power and elegance, long finish.
Serve
AT 10-14°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink before
2041
Food and wine pairing
Ideal as an aperitif, with foie gras terrine, smoked salmon or cheeses (Munster, blue cheese, Epoisses, Maroilles)...
Domaine Weinbach
Alsace
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
5-star rated estates (Outstanding producers, representing the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and worldwide)
About the domain :
Cathy Faller works as a family, accompanied by her sons Eddy and Théo. The vast vineyard produces fruity wines of excellent constitution and finesse. The great wines are those of the surrounding hillsides: the Furstentum and Altenbourg grands crus and the Schlossberg, brilliant in its crystalline interpretation of Riesling. The 2019 takeover of Domaine Gérard Fuchs (in Sigolsheim) has enabled us to expand by six hectares, including two in the Furstentum grand cru. Ideal for satisfying unabated global demand. An institution.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Domaine rated (guide 2023) 3*Stars (They represent the excellence of the French vineyard. The best terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wines is always a magical experience)
About the domain :
Le Clos des Capucins is one of those magical, elusive, timeless places. It's rare to find a place with so much energy and history, producing wines of such purity. Assisted by her two sons, Eddy and Théo, Catherine Faller is at the head of the estate, deploying a rare energy to keep the quality of the wines at the highest level and maintain a warm welcome to the domaine. Her son Théo devotes a great deal of attention to the vines, which have been biodynamically cultivated throughout the estate since 2005, while Ghislain Berthiot, who has been with the family for several years, is in charge of vinification. Eddy supports his mother on the sales side. This is one of the finest expressions of the Schlossberg Grand Cru, at different levels of ripeness. Its limpidity and precision astound us, often approaching perfection. Gewurztraminer finds its preferred terroirs in the surrounding area. The domaine has just bought 6 hectares of vines, including 1 hectare in the Furstentum Grand Cru.
Vinous A. Galloni
Rated domain (guide 2023) Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (guide 2023) 97/100
Rated domain (guide 2023) Recommended
About the wine:
So many aromas of pink rose, jasmine and orchid that you can't help but fall into the super-sensual embrace of this dreamy gewurz, which gives the impression of having been transported to Versailles in the days of Louis XIV and Madame de Pompadour. Dangerously long, persistent finish. Made from Demeter-certified biodynamically grown grapes. For drinking or cellaring.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
5/5
out of 2 reviews
Note and review by M. YOLAND S. Published on 04/01/2024
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Note and review by M. GILBERT D. Published on 06/12/2023
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