Domaine Albert Boxler - Alsace - Gewurztraminer Réserve - White - 2022

Wine:

Sourced from three outstanding limestone terroirs around Turckheim and Katzenthal, the 2022 Alsace Gewurztraminer Réserve White is a meticulously crafted cuvée with precise mineral tension. Its distinct Gewurztraminer aromatics shine through with notes of rose and delicate spices. On the palate, it balances concentration with crisp acidity, delivering a ripe, fleshy, yet lively profile. This beautifully expressive off-dry style is utterly captivating. For the ultimate experience, serve it around 10°C with aged Munster on toasted country bread—pure bliss! A Favorite of the Selection Committee, rated 93/100.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Vines aged 35 to 70 years, around Turckheim and Katzenthal in the localities of Boland, Logelberg and Pfoeller, limestone soil. Pressing of whole grapes, static settling, no temperature control, fermentation for 2 to 6 months. Aged on lees for 11 months. Sweet wine.

Color:

Shiny golden yellow.

Nose:

Intensely fragrant with a dominant rose note, underscored by sweet spices.

Palate:

The palate is vibrant, revealing a ripe and fleshy 2022 with a perfectly balanced structure and remarkable purity.

Temperature:

Serve at 10 to 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Asian cuisine, foie gras and spiced mango chutney, Munster, Comté.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2033

A true Alsace legend and a 3-star estate in the French wine guide RVF, Domaine Albert Boxler is the holy grail for wine lovers. Meticulous and uncompromising, this extraordinary producer continues to elevate the reputation of Alsace’s finest terroirs, crafting wines that deliver pure, intense emotion.

In his relentless pursuit of perfect balance, Jean Boxler champions a style of absolute purity—each wine in this breathtaking lineup tells its own story with remarkable depth and nuance.

We’ve been lifelong admirers, devoted to this discreet yet passionate estate. With just under 20 hectares, nearly half of them classified as Grand Cru, these stunning, hand-tended vineyards on steep slopes produce wines of unmatched precision and elegance.