Andrew Jefford | Bright mid-gold. This is quite an earthy Gewurz that almost has some vegetal tones. Lemon cream behind; complex, if not a prominent charmer. Despite the 35g/l, this comes across as quite light, deft, and elegant, with an acid balance but not with huge depth, succulence, or drive. Well made and full of pleasure, though it wouldn’t be a bottle I’d squirrel away. | 87
Charles Metcalfe | Relatively quiet, but with more to say than some of the other 2015s. Creamy, honey and barley-sugar aromas. Sweetness is quite high but well balanced by acidity. This shows promise, with the structural elements in place, and already some exotic, perfumed flavor. It just needs a couple of years to sort itself out. | 91
Jancis Robinson | Mid-straw. Relatively straightforward but with very good varietal integrity. High- toned and decidedly bitter on the end. Lots of sweetness—but well-placed sweetness. Long. Drink 2016–22. | 92
Details
Wine expert | Andrew Jefford Jancis Robinson Charles Metcalfe |
Tastings year | 2018 |
Region | Alsace |
Appellation | AOC - Grand Cru |
% Alcohol By Volume | 13 |