WEINBACH SCHLOSSBERG CUVEE ST CATHERINE RIESLING GRAND CRU 2

Style: Rocks & Minerals

I visit a lot of wine estates, but this is one visit I will remember for a long time. Weinbach, based in Kientzheim, is one of the star domaines of Alsace. JAMIE GOODE, wineanorak.com

With the Grand Cru Schlossberg Cuvée Ste-Catherine in my glass, for a moment I become lost in the memories of earlier vintages poured in this room¿ then we taste back though some of those earlier vintages, and I find the wines acquire a filigree with age, which makes their beauty seem timeless. STUART PIGOTT, Best White Wine on Earth: The Riesling Story

Domaine Weinbach is arguably one of the world¿s greatest wine estates. Over the years, the Faller family has produced myriad fantastic wines that are sought by wine lovers and collectors everywhere. That consistent track record has shed light on Alsace¿s many delicious, age-worthy and memorable white wines. Quality is so high across the board at Weinbach that it is hard to choose a single ¿best¿ wine as the subject of a vertical tasting. IAN D¿AGATA, Vinous Media

The 2021 Riesling Cuvée Ste. Catherine is from 60-70-year old vines on the midslope of the Schlossberg Grand Cru. This took a whole year to ferment and stopped at around 5g/L of residual sweetness. It's richer than usual for the domaine, but with the acidity of 2021, this actually sits well. The most subtle hint of orange blossom is all the nose wants to reveal. More temperature reveals an overtone of pineapple juice. A tiny flicker of smoky reduction appears, too. The palate is bold, clean-cut, serene and scented. This is the crystalline nature of granite making itself known. The pithy texture makes the mouth water even more. The aroma and the texture of freshly zested Amalfi lemon are on the long finish. This has body but no fat - a gorgeous synthesis of freshness and citrus, long and elegant. Real drive and much energy. (Bone-dry) 96/100 ANNE KREDIEHL Vinous

Region: Alsace, FRANCE

Variety: Riesling

ABV: 13%

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