2016 Trimbach Gewurztraminer Cuvee des Seigneurs de Ribeaupierre Half Bottle 375ml, Alsace

A very attractive nose with apples, limes, lychees and spice, delivered in a smooth, silky and nicely balanced mode on the soft, white-peach and lychee palate. Dry-ish finish. Drink now.

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Trimbach Gewurztraminer Cuvée des Seigneurs de Ribeaupierre is one of Alsace’s most noble and age worthy Gewurztraminers, expressing the depth and precision that define the Trimbach style. Produced only in exceptional vintages from old vines in the Osterberg Grand Cru vineyard near Ribeauvillé, it captures the aromatic power of Gewurztraminer with elegance and restraint.

The grapes are hand picked from limestone and sandstone soils that lend natural richness and minerality. Fermentation takes place in temperature controlled stainless steel to preserve purity, and the wine is aged on fine lees before bottling to enhance texture and length.

In the glass it glows golden with green reflections. The aroma is exotic yet refined, showing lychee, rose petal, candied ginger, and honey, lifted by citrus peel and spice. The palate is full and silky, with layers of tropical fruit and a subtle touch of sweetness balanced by vibrant acidity and stony minerality. It is long, expressive, and impeccably balanced, finishing with the dry precision typical of Trimbach’s finest wines.

It pairs beautifully with foie gras, rich cheeses, duck, or lightly spiced Asian dishes, and it also shines alongside fruit desserts. Built to age gracefully, it will continue to evolve for twenty years or more, developing notes of honey, truffle, and exotic spice.