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Trimbach Cuvee des Seigneurs Ribeaupierre Gewurztraminer 2000

BN#214373

Varietal	Gewurztraminer
Category	White Wine
Region	France : Alsace
Producer	Trimbach

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The remarkable richness and depth of this pungent wine is partly due to a special Keuper soil based on marl and limestone. It comes from the ancestral vineyards of the lords of Ribeaupierre and the grapes are never picked before they have reached maximum ripeness. It is only made in execptional years.

Redolent of roses, lychees, and spices, this immensely rich Gewurztraminer can seem slightly sweet. This is misleading.

In youth, the roundness and viscosity can mask its typical dryness as well as they underlying finesse which is the Trimbach trademark. This long-lived wine makes a fascinating aperitif but truly comes into its own with foie gras or desserts based on fresh ripe fruit.

Wine Advocate The 2000 Gewurztraminer Cuvee des Seigneurs de Ribeaupierre has lovely rose, lychee nut aromas that lead to a medium to full-bodied, refined, and expressive character. Peaches, apricots, rose water, lychee nuts, and violets can be found in its elegant, yet expressive personality. It is concentrated, gorgeously balanced, and intense. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2012. Score: 92. —Pierre Rovani, December 2001.

Wine Spectator Broad and powerful, packing grapefruit, white pepper and lychee aromas and flavors into its muscular frame. Concentrated and firm, with tannins offering support as well as acidity. Fine length. Drink now through 2010. Score: 90. —Bruce Sanderson, October 31, 2006.