Maison Trimbach : Pinot Noir "Cuve 7" 2020

Characteristics and tasting tips for the Pinot Noir "Cuve 7" 2020 from Maison Trimbach

Tasting

Appearance

The wine displays a beautiful ruby color with brilliant highlights.

Nose

The nose opens with expressive aromas of red fruits, notably cherry and raspberry, accompanied by subtle floral notes.

Palate

On the palate, this wine captivates with its balanced structure and fine tannins. The texture is elegant, offering lovely fruit concentration while retaining freshness and precision.

Food and wine pairings

This Pinot Noir "Cuve 7" 2020 pairs perfectly with roasted red meats, poultry in cream and mushroom sauce, as well as aged cheeses. It also goes beautifully with traditional Alsatian charcuterie.

Serving and storage

The Pinot Noir "Cuve 7" 2020 is best enjoyed at a temperature between 57 and 61°F. This wine has an interesting aging potential that will allow it to develop favorably over the years.

A structured and fruity Alsace Pinot Noir from Maison Trimbach

The estate

Founded in 1626, Maison Trimbach is a historic and iconic estate in Alsace, located in Ribeauvillé. For nearly four centuries, this family-owned Maison has perpetuated exceptional winemaking expertise across generations. Now led by Jean Trimbach on the commercial side, and by the thirteenth generation represented notably by Julien, Anne, and Frédérique Trimbach, the estate remains true to its philosophy rooted in balance and the pure expression of the Alsatian terroir.

The vineyard

The Pinot Noir "Cuve 7" 2020 comes from Maison Trimbach's finest Pinot Noir plots, located notably on the lieu-dit Rotenberg in Ribeauvillé, Alsace. These approximately forty-year-old vines grow on iron-rich red clay soils mixed with limestone, providing a warm, rocky terroir particularly conducive to the optimal ripening of Pinot Noir. The vineyard has been certified organic since 2023.

The vintage

The 2020 vintage in Alsace proved particularly favorable for Pinot Noir. Balanced climatic conditions, with optimal sunshine and well-distributed rainfall, produced perfectly ripe grapes while preserving beautiful freshness. This vintage offered ideal conditions for crafting elegant and structured red wines.

Winemaking and aging

The Pinot Noir "Cuve 7" 2020 is crafted using rigorous methods that respect the Trimbach philosophy. After hand-harvesting, the grapes are fully destemmed and then macerated for eight to ten days in stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged in large old oak casks for six to twelve months, thereby preserving the purity of the fruit and the finesse of the tannins without any pronounced oak influence. This special cuvée is only produced in great vintages.

Grape variety

100% Pinot Noir