The most highly rated Frédéric Emile in Wine Advocate history
The most highly rated Frédéric Emile in Wine Advocate history
Cuvée Frédéric Emile
Their most highly rated vintage yet
Domaine Trimbach has been producing exceptional dry Rieslings in Alsace since 1626. Their flagship wine, Cuvée Frédéric Emile, is sourced from two Grand Cru sites and remains one of the most famous Rieslings on the planet – highly sought-after by sommeliers and collectors alike.
The 2018 became the highest scoring vintage of Frédéric Emile in the Wine Advocate’s history. It shows notes of Seville orange, pear, field flowers, fenugreek, lemon zest and crushed river pebbles, supported by a creamy mouthfeel and crystalline precision – with a finish that lasts for minutes. Trimbach’s Rieslings are celebrated for their longevity, and this is sure to improve for many years to come.
To see how captivating this estate’s wines are at every price point, try the Trimbach Riesling 2022, which shows ‘gorgeous tension’ and is ‘bouncing with energy’ (Vinous) at just R360.
Currently at the helm of this close-knit family operation is 33-year-old Julien Trimbach, who works alongside his uncle Pierre. The low-yielding old vines that craft the Frédéric Emile overlook the estate and its release is taste-driven, so no effort is spared to ensure that each bottling meets their exacting standards. Every generation has upheld and elevated the domaine, and the wines are better than ever.
