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93 Points - jamessuckling.com, October, 2015
I like the phenolic character to this wine. It’s like tasting great riesling from Alsace 30 years ago. Full-bodied, dry, and very fruity. Lots of dried fruit and mineral character. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold. A wine for aging.
92 Points - Vinous, February, 2016
Gold-tinged straw. Honey, mineral and almond paste nuances complicate ripe citrus fruit aromas on the brigh...
Wine Description
The Story
In May 2014, Jean-Baptiste Adam and his family celebrated the 400th anniversary of their family being grape growers and winemakers in Ammerschwihr, Alsace, France. Jean-Baptiste’s daughter, Laure, is the 15th generation to participate in the family wine business. Through the centuries family members have been leaders in their community. Now, Jean- Baptiste can count himself among the leaders of biodynamic farming in Alsace. Jean-Baptiste Adam ...
Wine Information
This wine has a nose of candied yellow fruit (peach, mango) but also with subtle notes of acacia flowers, enhanced through the subtle mineral notes. On the palate, this wine is structured with a lot of depth, notes of white peaches, and highlighted by the soft minerality brought by it’s origin: The Grand Cru Kaefferkopf. To appreciate now for its vivacity, or keep 8 – 10 years giving more complex favors (more minerality).
