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The south and south-east facing Ribeauvillé terroirs Geisberg and Osterberg which overlook the winery have been producing this wine for several generations. The average age of the vines, 45 years, results in limited yields.
The marl-limestone-sandstone and fossil-flecked Muschelkalk composition of the soil, as well as the beautifully ripe grapes selected and harvested at the end of October lend this wine a remarkable personality: a dry and ...
Mineral, White fruits, Citrus, Tropical fruits, Petrol and Honey
nose
Pure, Complex, Refined and Intense
recommend
Yes
taste
High in Acidity, Warming, Concentrated, Well-structured, Balanced, Youthful, Light, Focused, Fresh, Firm and Dry
Veridict
Well made and Transparent
Written Notes
Very toasty and tertiary on the nose, with oxidative influence giving an apple-cider character to the fruit – but all is not lost on the palate. It's dry and tart, but there is so much fruit concentration that the oxidative influence isn't ruinous. Even so, this is far from peak condition. An old master in need of restoration. (RH)
Charming nose turns into stiff and less flirty palate, respectful for the house style. This wine turned out more extrovert on palate after 10 hours decanting. However, well-made and somehow closed at this stage. Hans Välimäki, two-Michelin star chef, would serve this with Fresh Scallop sushis!
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