Maison Trimbach : Pinot Blanc 2022

This is vibrant up front, with good energy and floral appeal, offering lemon zest, clementine and verbena notes. Round in feel, with bitter-edged mineral accents and salty brininess bringing balance to this crowd-pleasing style. Drink now. 21,000 cases made, 10,000 cases imported.

A beautiful dry white with stacks of ripe pear and yellow apple aromas plus hints of honeycomb and honeysuckle. Spot-on balance of restrained ripeness and spring-like freshness on the juicy palate. Just a touch of tannin deftly supports the clean, long finish. A cuvee of 70% auxerrois and 30% pinot blanc. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. Screw cap.

The 2022 Pinot Blanc is a blend of 70% Auxerrois and 30% Pinot Blanc and is made from both estate and bought fruit, including from 70+-year-old Pinot Blanc from the grand cru Altenberg de Bergheim that helps express freshness. The nose is bright and alive with juicy, freshly cut green pear. The palate is crunchy but full of fruit in a slender package, with just a touch of pepper on the finish. (Bone-Dry)

When it comes to Pinot Blanc, it’s worth noting that most of the Alsace vineyard is actually planted with Auxerrois, which is reflected in the 2022 as it is made from 70% Auxerrois and 30% Pinot Blanc. The bouquet is subtle and complex, showing flinty nuances alongside notes of white flowers and nectarines. Good density on the palate right from the attack. The wine bridges its generous character with the structuring edge of acidity and delicate bitters. Savory, persistent, and even mouthwatering!