Maison Trimbach : Pinot Gris "Réserve" 2018

Characteristics and tasting tips for the Pinot Gris "Réserve" 2018 from Maison Trimbach

Tasting

Appearance

The appearance reveals a beautiful gold color with intense highlights and a lovely brilliance.

Nose

The nose reveals an intense bouquet of ripe yellow fruits, notably peach, apricot and pear, accompanied by delicate notes of honey and white flowers. Smoky hints typical of the grape variety and a subtle touch of spice complete this complex aromatic profile.

Palate

On the palate, this dry white wine stands out for its generous structure and beautiful complexity. The palate unveils a rich and voluptuous texture, supported by a pleasant liveliness that brings balance and freshness. Juicy fruits flood the palate while a gentle minerality enriches the whole. The finish is long and lingering, marked by a distinguished mineral sensation.

Food and wine pairings

This Pinot Gris "Réserve" 2018 pairs perfectly with terrines, smoked or sauced fish, as well as white meats. It also goes beautifully with sweetbreads, wild mushrooms and soft cheeses. Its structure allows it to complement spicy and aromatic Asian cuisines.

Serving and storage

This Pinot Gris "Réserve" 2018 can be enjoyed now and will continue to evolve until around 2028.

A structured and balanced Pinot Gris from Alsace, true to the Trimbach tradition

The estate

A historic reference in Ribeauvillé since 1626, Maison Trimbach embodies thirteen generations of passionate winemakers in Alsace. Established in the Haut-Rhin, this family-owned Maison has distinguished itself as one of the largest Grand Cru vineyard owners in the region. Today led by the thirteenth generation with Julien, Anne, Frédérique and Pauline Trimbach, the estate remains faithful to its philosophy rooted in balance, purity and the authentic expression of the Alsatian terroir. The domaine obtained organic certification in 2023 for all of its 65 hectares of vines.

The vineyard

This Alsace wine comes from vines located on the Ribeauvillé fault, an exceptional geological formation stretching from Rodern to Turckheim. The soils are primarily composed of limestone, sandstone, marl and clay, giving the wine its distinctive minerality. The vines benefit from optimal south and southeast exposure on the sub-Vosges hillsides. The particularly dry semi-continental climate, sheltered by the Vosges mountains, promotes ideal ripening of the grapes. The domaine practices organic viticulture with a high planting density and favors massal selection to preserve the genetic diversity of its vineyards.

The vintage

The 2018 vintage was marked by generous climatic conditions. The year saw exceptional sunshine and warm temperatures that promoted beautiful grape ripeness. These conditions yielded concentrated fruits while preserving the characteristic freshness sought by the Maison.

Winemaking and aging

The Pinot Gris "Réserve" 2018 was vinified according to the traditional methods of Maison Trimbach, prioritizing purity and balance. The winemaking aims to preserve the expression of the terroir and the grape variety while maintaining the mineral tension characteristic of the house style. The wine benefited from extended aging before release, in keeping with the domaine's practice of only releasing its wines after they have reached a certain degree of maturity.

Grape variety

100% Pinot Gris