Albert Boxler - Alsace - Pinot Blanc - Blanc - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 Alsace Pinot Blanc features a refined nose dominated by floral notes and pure white pepper accents. The palate, with just the right level of maturity, presents flavors of white fruits, exquisite delicacy, and all the savory character of the grape variety. This wine is perfect for aperitifs and pairs well with mildly aged cheeses. Rated 92/100 by the Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested from vines aged 50 to 80 years. Whole-berry pressing, static settling, no thermoregulation, 2-6 months fermentation on lees. Aged for 11 months on lees.

Color:

Bright light yellow.

Nose:

Expressive, with floral aromas underlined by notes of white pepper.

Palate:

The white fruit flavors, the right ripeness and the delicate, sapid character of the grape are all present.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Aperitif, aged Munster cheese, goat's cheese, fish tartar.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2029

An Alsace legend and a recipient of 3 stars from the RVF Guide, Domaine Albert Boxler represents a holy grail for any wine enthusiast. This meticulous producer, known for their high standards, continues to elevate the prestigious Alsace terroir, delivering intense emotions with their wines.

Jean Boxler is constantly in pursuit of perfect balance, championing an undiluted style of purity, a testament evident in this breathtaking series of wines we're presenting today.

We've been fans from the start, wholly devoted to this discreet, humble, and passionate house; a modest estate of about twenty hectares, nearly half of which are Grand Cru vineyards, spectacularly situated on steep slopes and tended by hand.