Region: Alsace, France
Grapes: 100% Gewürztraminer
Body: Medium to Full
Notes: Lychee, pink grapefruit, yellow peach, ginger spice, rose petal, candied orange peel, and crushed granite, with a rich, oily texture balanced by a vibrant, limestone-driven core and a long, aromatic finish
Pairing: Continuous charcuterie boards, spicy Thai or Vietnamese cuisine, Munster cheese, foie gras, roasted pork with apples, or aromatic Indian curries
The Producer
Domaine Albert Boxler is one of the most revered, historic producers in Alsace, situated in the picture-perfect village of Niedermorschwihr. Spearheaded by Jean Boxler, the domain owns prized, ultra-steep vineyard parcels—most notably in the granite soils of the Sommerberg Grand Cru. Viticulture is strictly organic, with grueling manual labor required to tend the terraced, high-elevation slopes. In the cellar, Jean practices patient, traditional winemaking: hand-harvesting, whole-cluster pressing, spontaneous native yeast fermentations, and extended aging in old, neutral wooden foudres to highlight the uncompromising terroir of his soils.
The Wine
The "Réserve" Gewürztraminer is sourced from old vines planted on the lower granite and limestone slopes surrounding the Sommerberg Grand Cru. The 2020 vintage captures a masterclass in balance for a notoriously difficult grape to control; rather than being heavy or cloying, it pairs explosive, heady exotic fruit and floral spice notes with remarkable precision and stony minerality. Rich and mouth-coating on the palate, it finishes with bright acidity and a clean, dry-to-off-dry elegance that makes it exceptional at the dinner table.
Region: Alsace, France
Grapes: 100% Gewürztraminer
Body: Medium to Full
Notes: Lychee, pink grapefruit, yellow peach, ginger spice, rose petal, candied orange peel, and crushed granite, with a rich, oily texture balanced by a vibrant, limestone-driven core and a long, aromatic finish
Pairing: Continuous charcuterie boards, spicy Thai or Vietnamese cuisine, Munster cheese, foie gras, roasted pork with apples, or aromatic Indian curries
The Producer
Domaine Albert Boxler is one of the most revered, historic producers in Alsace, situated in the picture-perfect village of Niedermorschwihr. Spearheaded by Jean Boxler, the domain owns prized, ultra-steep vineyard parcels—most notably in the granite soils of the Sommerberg Grand Cru. Viticulture is strictly organic, with grueling manual labor required to tend the terraced, high-elevation slopes. In the cellar, Jean practices patient, traditional winemaking: hand-harvesting, whole-cluster pressing, spontaneous native yeast fermentations, and extended aging in old, neutral wooden foudres to highlight the uncompromising terroir of his soils.
The Wine
The "Réserve" Gewürztraminer is sourced from old vines planted on the lower granite and limestone slopes surrounding the Sommerberg Grand Cru. The 2020 vintage captures a masterclass in balance for a notoriously difficult grape to control; rather than being heavy or cloying, it pairs explosive, heady exotic fruit and floral spice notes with remarkable precision and stony minerality. Rich and mouth-coating on the palate, it finishes with bright acidity and a clean, dry-to-off-dry elegance that makes it exceptional at the dinner table.
What is natural wine?
Natural wine is wine made with minimal intervention from the winemaker, using organically or biodynamically grown grapes and without the addition of chemicals or additives such as sulfites. The result is a wine that is unique, expressive, and often has a more complex and nuanced flavor profile than conventional wines. Natural wine is also often associated with sustainable and ethical farming practices, making it a popular choice for those interested in environmentally friendly and socially responsible products.