Albert Boxler - Alsace Grand Cru - Riesling Grand Cru Sommerberg - White - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 Alsace Grand Cru Riesling Sommerberg is of undeniable class, presenting a very pure, almost crystalline profile. The aroma showcases ripe maturity with lots of freshness, elegance, and floral notes. The palate delivers the varietal's straightness; it's a sculpted texture that doesn't hide the maturity or the smoothness of the wine. With a comfortable aging potential of 10 years or more, it pairs beautifully with fish eggs, Aquitaine black caviar, or Arctic char, for instance. Rated 94/100 by the Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested from vines aged 40 to 50 years. Whole-berry pressing, static settling, no thermoregulation, 2-6 months fermentation on lees. Aged 11 months on lees.
Residual sugar: 3g/l

Color:

Bright, light golden yellow.

Nose:

Very pure and crystalline, from the very first aromas we discover a mature, fresh and elegant profile underlined by floral and mineral notes.

Palate:

The palate offers the rectitude of the grape variety, a chiselled structure that does not obscure the maturity and smoothness of the cuvée on a magnificent persistence.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Salmon roe on blinis, Aquitaine black caviar, lake and river fish, Arctic char, féra meunière.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2034

A true legend of Alsace and awarded 3 stars in the RVF Guide, Domaine Albert Boxler is nothing short of a holy grail for wine enthusiasts. Renowned for his meticulous craftsmanship and unwavering standards, Jean Boxler continues to honor the extraordinary terroir of Alsace, crafting wines that inspire profound emotion.

With an unwavering commitment to achieving perfect balance, Boxler’s wines embody purity and precision. Each bottle in this stunning collection reflects the estate’s dedication to elegance and complexity, showcasing the finest nuances of Alsace winemaking.

We’ve been lifelong admirers of this discreet yet passionate estate. Spanning just over 20 hectares—nearly half of which are classified as Grand Cru—its vineyards are perched on steep, hand-tended slopes, epitomizing the artistry and devotion that define Domaine Albert Boxler.