Cuvee Frederic Emile

2001 Alsace Riesling

Trimbach Cuvee Frederic Emile is a stunning white Riesling hailing from the renowned Alsace region, celebrated for its exceptional terroir. The 2001 vintage showcases a beautifully expressive character, exuding a full-bodied richness that delights the palate. It offers a high level of acidity, ensuring a mouthwatering freshness that perfectly balances the lush fruit intensity. Notes of vibrant citrus and stone fruits intertwine with hints of honey and floral aromas, creating an inviting bouquet. This wine is off-dry, showcasing a delightful interplay of sweetness and acidity that makes it incredibly versatile and food-friendly. As you sip, the structured mouthfeel is complemented by subtle, firm tannins, a rarity for a white wine, adding to its sophistication and depth. Trimbach Cuvee Frederic Emile is truly a remarkable expression of Alsace winemaking, inviting you to savor its complex layers and lingering finish.

Tasting notes:

Mineral

Apricot

Peach

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:

Alsace

Lying on the border of France and Germany between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River, Alsace is unique among French wine regions. Ninety percent of all its wines are white, and they are labeled by variety rather than appellation. The region's production is evenly split between aromatic dry Riesling full of citrus and peach notes, spicy Gewürztraminer with characteristic rose and lychee flavors, full-bodied Pinot Gris with a hint of honey and intense Muscat that tastes of orange blossom. Most of these are labeled AOC Alsace, but there is also a small amount of Grand Cru wine from 51 specially designated vineyards. In this region, you will also find Crémant de Alsace, a wallet-friendly sparkling wine usually made from Pinot Blanc. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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