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"Wibtal is the highest-altitude portion of the Sommerberg vineyard in Niedermo... "Wibtal is the highest-altitude portion of the Sommerberg vineyard in Niedermorschwihr, a perfect amphitheater that clings to the very top of the vineyard’s steep granite slope. When Jean Boxler looks out his kitchen window in the morning, he sees... more

"The elegance and class of this grandiose cuvée this year are thrilling to beh... "The elegance and class of this grandiose cuvée this year are thrilling to behold. Fronholz is a vineyard composed primarily of quartz, and the taste of an Ostertag wine from here is reminiscent of this stone: sleek, transparent, and brilliant. The... more

"Cave de Ribeauville Pinot Gris Grand Cru Gloeckelberg has a very typical nose... "Cave de Ribeauville Pinot Gris Grand Cru Gloeckelberg has a very typical nose of the grape variety with a clean attack and a nice roundness. Mouth with finesse, notes of candied apricot." more

"At first sight, a straw-yellow robe with nice, slightly coppery highlights. T... "At first sight, a straw-yellow robe with nice, slightly coppery highlights. The aroma is youthful; the variety has yellow fruit and floral notes that remain in their most simple state when the wine is in its early years. Once aged in the bottle... more

"Bright pale-yellow color. The nose is quite intense with strong smoky, flinty... "Bright pale-yellow color. The nose is quite intense with strong smoky, flinty characters. This wine will need some time and aeration. If the bottle is open now, decanting is therefore highly recommended! The palate is bright, intense, and broad,... more

"Boxler’s regal Pinot Gris captures the essence of Pinot Gris in all of its te... "Boxler’s regal Pinot Gris captures the essence of Pinot Gris in all of its textural glory. Dry with the subtlest hint of tenderness—a splendid richness that provides contrast to its well-defined, toned mineral structure. Reminiscent of Mirabelle... more

"Earthy Pinot Gris as dramatic and flinty as this, with a hint of residual sug... "Earthy Pinot Gris as dramatic and flinty as this, with a hint of residual sugar, demands an assertive pairing. Try it with smoked sausage and mustard, served with a wintry purée of parsnip and rutabaga to highlight its savory side. If there’s any... more

"Heimbourg is a very stony, steep limestone terroir in Turckheim (the only ter... "Heimbourg is a very stony, steep limestone terroir in Turckheim (the only terroir of this geology in this famous wine village just west of Colmar). This is the first time since we began working with Boxler (when we imported his 2010 vintage) that... more

"Sweet spices conceal an edgy undercurrent, making this Pinot Gris both versat... "Sweet spices conceal an edgy undercurrent, making this Pinot Gris both versatile and alluring. You’ll note an undeniable whiff of something savory, but it’s the bright orchard fruit and steely minerality that stand out here. The 2022 Pinot Gris... more

"Notes of woodland flowers, peach and a hint of almond on the nose. Rich and f... "Notes of woodland flowers, peach and a hint of almond on the nose. Rich and full-bodied with well-balanced acidity and a long finish. A subtle, toned-down nose speaks gently of summer blossom and creaminess. The palate of this wine blossoms into... more

"The nose shows typical limestone influence, with nice nutty, toasty and sligh... "The nose shows typical limestone influence, with nice nutty, toasty and slight mineral hints. The palate is powerful and dense, and aeration brings out some honey character as well as ripe fruits. The finish is quite velvety. Pair with creamy... more

"Heimbourg is a very stony, steep limestone terroir in Turckheim (the only ter... "Heimbourg is a very stony, steep limestone terroir in Turckheim (the only terroir of this geology in this famous wine village just west of Colmar). This is the first time since they began working with Boxler that he has bottled a dry Pinot Gris... more

"Zellberg is a steep limestone hillside beautifully rendered on the label by w... "Zellberg is a steep limestone hillside beautifully rendered on the label by winemaker André's wife, Christine. The site has enabled André to master his style of dry Pinot Gris, vinified in the Burgundian fashion. As it ages—slowly and gracefully,... more

"Gold yellow in color. Charming and complex nose of dried white fruits, nuts, ... "Gold yellow in color. Charming and complex nose of dried white fruits, nuts, smokiness, and very expressive. Generous and medium bodied, it has a great mouth filling texture, very pleasant, fruity forward with a very enjoyable finish thanks to its... more

"Denis Jamain’s sunset-hued Rosé always contains an Alsatian tinge. While firm... "Denis Jamain’s sunset-hued Rosé always contains an Alsatian tinge. While firmly rooted in Reuilly’s Kimmeridgian limestone soils—the same as Chablis—it has the silky viscosity, stone fruit, and floral notes reminiscent of Alsatian Pinot Gris to go... more

"Boxler proves convincingly that Pinot Gris deserves a place in your cellar al... "Boxler proves convincingly that Pinot Gris deserves a place in your cellar alongside your outstanding bottles of Burgundian Chardonnay. None more so than his bottling from the famed Turckheim Grand Cru of Brand, where steep southern exposure on... more

"The name Gentil indicates a blend of at least 50% Alsace noble varietals (Rie... "The name Gentil indicates a blend of at least 50% Alsace noble varietals (Riesling, Pinot Gris, Muscat or Gewurztraminer). Maison Willm prefers using 80-90% of these noble varietals and completes the blend with Pinot Blanc for supple fruitiness.... more

"The robe is light yellow with green reflections of medium intensity. The nose... "The robe is light yellow with green reflections of medium intensity. The nose is marked, with dominant of fruity scents. The onset in the mouth is moderately ample, round and heady. The wine evolves on a medium of marked liveliness, with a slight... more

"Boxler’s regal Pinot Gris captures the essence of Pinot Gris in all of its te... "Boxler’s regal Pinot Gris captures the essence of Pinot Gris in all of its textural glory. Dry with the subtlest hint of tenderness—a splendid richness that provides contrast to its well-defined, toned mineral structure. Reminiscent of Mirabelle... more

"Shows delicate fruity notes such as pear and peach with empyreumatic and butt... "Shows delicate fruity notes such as pear and peach with empyreumatic and buttery aromas. This light-to-medium bodied Pinot Gris expresses a pure balance between sweetness and acidity, which leads to a long-lasting finish and a mouth watering... more