Domaine Albert Boxler - Alsace - Riesling Réserve - White - 2023

Wine:

Exceptionally pure, the 2023 Alsace Riesling Réserve White opens with floral aromas, fine minerality, and delicate smoky hints. Harvested at optimal ripeness, it unfolds with a flavorful, elegant structure, offering great depth and a lively, precise finish. Bright acidity, floral notes, subtle bitterness, and a pronounced minerality come together for a beautifully refreshing expression. A delightful Riesling to enjoy over the next five years or more. Rated 93/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested from 25-year-old vines. Whole-berry pressing, static settling, no temperature control, fermentation on lees for 2 to 6 months. Aged on lees for 11 months.

Color:

A golden yellow of great intensity and brilliance.

Nose:

Typical Riesling aromas with delicate floral notes and a delicate mineral touch with petrol accents.

Palate:

A flavourful weave that offers a magnificent relief with tangy and floral notes.

Temperature:

Serve at 10 to 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Scallops with ginger, Chinese fondue, Maltese-style lobster.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030 and beyond for enthusiasts.

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.