Pinot Gris Reserve Personelle

Since 1626, the Trimbach family have been a reference point for fine Alsace wine. They are also one of the largest owners of Grand Cru vineyards in the region which account for an impressive third of their total production. At every level, their wines embody the celebrated Trimbach style: structured, long-lived, fruit-driven, dry, elegant, and above all balanced. Family is also central to everyday life at Trimbach. Winemaking is expertly managed by 12th-generation Pierre, alongside his nephew Julien.  Pierre’s brother, Jean, and Pierre’s daughter Anne, the eldest of the 13th generation, are global brand ambassadors. In 2023, Trimbach was certified HVE-3 Organic reflecting their dedication to creating the highest-caliber expressions of their terroir.

In exceptional years, a selection of parcels in the Grand Cru Osterberg and Wiebaum Vineyard in Ribeauvillé produce this wine of great maturity and opulence, with succulent fruit. The 2018 vintage was very hot and dry, light rains at the end of August helped to relieve the vines and improve the ripeness. The harvest conditions were absolutely exceptional, quality and quantity both present. 2020 vintage started with a mild winter and spring, flowering in early June. Very dry and hot summer and early autumn. The rain finally appeared and allowed the grapes to ripen in optimal conditions. Harvest of small, compact bunches in mid-September, small yields but perfect health and acidity preserved thanks to the cool nights, superb fruit concentration!

Grapes are hand harvested, close to the vendages tardives level, and gently pressed in a pneumatic press. The juice runs into the cellar by gravity and clarifies naturally prior to fermentation. The juice ferments in stainless steel at controlled temperature for 2 to 3 weeks. The wine is not oak-aged. Bottling is done early to preserve freshness and the bottles remain in the cellar for several years before reaching being released to ensure they are both ready to drink but also hold great aging potential.

Beautiful deep and garnet color. Scents of little red fruits such as wild strawberries and subtle pepper and sous-bois notes. Superb texture and depth thanks to its delicate and well integrated tanins. Long lasting palate with matured yet young fruit expression heralding a beautiful ageing potential.