Trimbach Clos Sainte Hune Riesling 2015
Maison Trimbach's viticultural roots can be traced back to 1626. For over twelve generations, the Trimbach family has been dedicated to producing exceptional Alsace wines, earning a reputation for quality and authenticity that has stood the test of time. They have patiently developed this reputation from father to son, with each generation building upon the successes of the last. Recently, the 13th generation of the Trimbach family joined the estate, bringing with them a renewed passion and commitment to the family's winemaking legacy. The Trimbach family's unwavering dedication to producing outstanding wines has made them one of the most respected and renowned winemaking families in the world.
The Riesling Clos Ste Hune is a truly exceptional wine, grown on the Grand Cru Rosacker in Hunawihr, with a terroir that has belonged to the Trimbach family for over two hundred years. Covering 1.67 hectares, the vineyard benefits from a south, south-east exposure on a subsoil dominated by Muschelkalk limestone and yellow limestone, giving the wine a specific fragrance and remarkable concentration of fruit, enhanced with a refined hint of minerality at the end of the palate and an incredible length. With a small annual production of just 7,000 bottles on average, the Riesling Clos Ste Hune is a precious wine coveted by wine lovers and collectors worldwide. This high-class dry wine is racy, refined and elegant, with very ripe fruit and a very pronounced minerality that gives it its unique character. It has a signature of its own that is transcendent in great vintages, inspiring dreams with its harmony and exceptional capacity for aging. The Riesling Clos Ste Hune is a wine with exceptional aging potential, reaching its peak only eight to ten years following its bottling. It is a wine that speaks to the Trimbach family's dedication to producing exceptional wines, and its reputation as one of the world's most respected winemaking families is well-deserved.
The Trimbach Clos Sainte Hune Riesling 2015 has a bright golden-tinged straw-yellow colour that is both inviting and enticing. The nose is complex, with notes of yellow apple, mirabelle, crystallized ginger and white flowers, all perfectly balanced by a lemony minerality. On the palate, this wine is dense, fresh and juicy, displaying an outstanding sugar-acid balance that is complemented by an opulent mouthfeel. The wine is nicely lifted by penetrating notes of mirabelle, lime, wet stones, lemon peel and almond, all of which come together to create a truly exceptional taste experience. The Trimbach Clos Sainte Hune Riesling 2015 is a wine that showcases the Trimbach family's dedication to producing exceptional wines that are both complex and balanced. With its outstanding sugar-acid balance and opulent mouthfeel, this wine is a must-try for anyone who appreciates the rich and layered flavours of a truly great Riesling.
The Finer Details
Style - White Wine
Varietal - Riesling
Country - France
Region - Alsace
Vintage - 2015
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 14.5%
Other - Organic