At a glance

Producer

Trimbach

Region

Alsace, France

Grape variety

Riesling

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$200 - $350

Tasting profile

Intense citrus fruits (lemon, lime), green apple, flinty minerality, hints of wet stone and petrol, tight and linear palate

Evolution: Will develop greater complexity with more pronounced petrol and honeyed notes plus creamy texture

At peak: Complex aromatic richness balanced by refreshing acidity and deep mineral backbone

Structure

Acidity

Very high, vibrant and piercing

Tannins

None

Alcohol

Approx. 12.5%

Aging potential

Outstanding, can age 30+ years due to superb acidity and terroir expression

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2047

Optimal window

2020 to 2050

Current status

Drinking well with complexity developing

Current condition

Shows vibrant acidity, mineral complexity, and subtle petrol notes emerging; youthful freshness remains.

Clos Sainte Hune is a famously age-worthy Riesling from a single grand cru vineyard with exceptional terroir and low yields, enabling deep mineral concentration and long-term aging potential. The 2015 vintage's generosity plus classic cool climate acidity extend its potential beyond typical Alsace Rieslings.

Food pairing

Excellent with seafood (esp. oysters, scallops), sushi, light poultry dishes, Asian cuisine with acidity to cut rich sauces, and aged cheeses like Comté.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Use of cover crops, careful canopy management, limited use of pesticides, energy-efficient winery operations, and minimal intervention winemaking

Trimbach maintains strong environmental stewardship with sustainable farming practices and low intervention winemaking but is not certified organic or biodynamic. The estate focuses on preserving vineyard health and minimizing chemical usage, benefiting terroir expression and sustainability metrics. Packaging is traditional glass with standard cork closures, representing average weight and recyclability. Overall, the carbon footprint is moderate due to global export, but local European sales have lower impact.