Domaine Albert Boxler - Alsace - Pinot Blanc Réserve - Blanc - 2020

Wine:

A pure white wine in the purest Boxler style, the 2020 Alsace Pinot Blanc Réserve enchants with its fresh floral fragrances mingling with subtle notes of white pepper. It's a perfectly mature Pinot Blanc, full of finesse and persistence, sapid, elegant and crisp, delivering an ample, juicy frame punctuated by fine citrus notes. A fine wine, ready to drink now or over the next 3 to 5 years. Rated 92/100 by the Committee.

Vinification:

Harvested by hand. 60-year-old vines, around Niedermorschwihr and Turckeim, granite soil. Whole-cluster pressing, static settling, no thermoregulation, 2 to 6-month fermentation. Aged on lees for 11 months. Natural residual sugar: 2 g/l (dry wine)

Color:

Bright pale yellow.

Nose:

Fresh and enchanting, with a floral aromatic profile, underlined by notes of white pepper.

Palate:

Refreshing, this Pinot Blanc cuvée presents lively, intense citrus flavors, delivering a perfectly ripe juice with finesse and sapidity on crisp fruit.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Oysters, shellfish, sea bream ceviche with citrus zest, grilled red mullet fillet, sauerkraut from the sea.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2028

A legendary name in Alsace and a shining star with a 3-star rating in the RVF Guide, Domaine Albert Boxler is a dream for wine lovers. They represent the pinnacle of Alsatian winemaking, crafting wines that resonate deeply with emotion.

Jean Boxler's wines are a masterclass in balance and pure expression. Each bottle captures the essence of this illustrious terroir, and the selection we present today simply took our breath away.

We're long-standing admirers, captivated by the ethos of this quiet and passionate house. Their modest fifteen-hectare vineyard, with nearly half being Grand Cru, sits on challenging terrains, demanding hands-on attention at every step.