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Domaines Schlumberger Riesling Grand Cru Kessler 2017
Alsace Grand Cru AOC
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- Gold, Drinks Business Global Riesling Masters, 2021
From an outstanding 1810 Alsace estate, this is a remarkable Riesling Grand Cru. James Suckling awarded it 92 points. The fine Kessler vineyard has produced a masterpiece of dried orange peel, spice with tight, underscoring minerality. Very fine.
From an outstanding 1810 Alsace estate, this is a remarkable Riesling Grand Cru. James Suckling awarded it 92 points. The fine Kessler vineyard has produced a masterpiece of dried orange peel, spice with tight, underscoring minerality. Very fine.
Beyond the Label
Tasting notes
Intense minerality and poise, citrus, with floral hints
Aroma
Orange zest, wet stone, citrus and light spice
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
This fine estate was founded in 1810 by Nicolas Schlumberger, who planted vineyards on the slopes above the village of Guebwiller. Ever respectful of the past and mindful of those to come, the 6th and 7th generations now run the estate. Through these successive generations, Schlumberger has grown to be one of France's finest properties. It has extensive holdings – 180 hectares of vines, with an 80% share in three of Alsace's greatest Grand Cru sites – Kessler, Kitterlé and Saering. In recent years, they have converted to organic viticulture, with an eye to biodynamic practices too. Kessler Grand Cru is a well protected, steep, sunny slope, with pink sandstone soils. From a fine vintage, the wine is intense, ripe and finely poised.
Critic, 92 Points
