2017 Pierre Sparr Gewurztraminer Mambourg

Gewurztraminer - 750ML
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REVIEWS

W&S 94 WE 90
W&S 94

Wine & Spirits, August 2020

Alexandra Boudrot made this wine from a 6.18-acre parcel at Mambourg, a grand cru on the south face of Mount Sigolsheim. It has the clean balance of a vintage without extremes, a sweet adolescent beauty delivered in...
WE 90

Wine Enthusiast, November 2019

A concentrated nose of Damask rose and juicy peach makes for a heady opening on this wine. A hint of grapefruit-peel spice plays on the juicy, medium-sweet palate. Along with citrus freshness, this creates a lovely...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Gewurztraminer
Country France
Region Alsace
Sub-region Haut Rhin
Appellation Sigolsheim
Sub-appellation Mambourg
Vintage 2017
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 12.5%
Closure Cork

The 2017 Pierre Sparr Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Mambourg is a white wine hailing from the Alsace region in France, specifically from the Haut Rhin sub-region and the Sigolsheim appellation. Produced by Pierre Sparr, this wine is crafted from the Gewurztraminer varietal and sealed with a traditional cork closure. The wine exhibits an alcohol content of 12.5%.

Renowned for its balanced profile, this vintage has garnered favorable attention from wine critics. Alexandra Boudrot, the winemaker, sourced the grapes from a 6.18-acre parcel on the south face of Mount Sigolsheim, characterized as a grand cru site.

Wine & Spirits awarded this wine an impressive score of 94, highlighting its balanced nature and "sweet adolescent beauty" (Wine & Spirits, 8/1/2020). The review describes the wine as presenting a high-toned spice and meadow-flower scents, with an underlying toasty richness. Notably, the freshness of this wine stands out, providing a glistening impression of sweetness. The review suggests decanting the wine for delicate dishes like chawanmushi or pairing it with a bacon-and-onion quiche.

Wine Enthusiast also praised this vintage, giving it a score of 90. Anne Krebiehl MW noted the wine's concentrated nose, characterized by Damask rose and juicy peach, which makes for a heady opening (Wine Enthusiast, 11/1/2019). The review describes a hint of grapefruit-peel spice on the juicy, medium-sweet palate. The interplay of citrus freshness with the wine's richness creates a lovely balance.

In summary, the 2017 Pierre Sparr Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Mambourg is distinguished by its balance of richness and freshness, floral and fruity aromatics, and versatile pairing potential. This white wine from Alsace stands out in its category and has received excellent reviews, particularly from Wine & Spirits, reflecting its high quality and appeal.