Not many wineries can look back on a history stretching back more than 400 years; the House of Trimbach, founded in 1626, can now proudly boast 13 generations in Alsatian viticulture. Yet the origins of the domain actually lie in Switzerland, as founding father Jean Trimbach is actually from Ste-Marie-aux-Mines, but is recorded as a citizen of Riquewihr. Under Frédéric Emile Trimbach, the rise to the top league of Alsatian wineries takes off rapidly.
In 1898 the award of an honorary diploma to the House of Trimbach gives the wines world renown. To this day a special Riesling cuvée is dedicated to Frédéric Emile's lifetime achievement. In 1920, the winery found its final location in Ribeauvillé and the pretty family estate with its corner tower visible from afar is already one of the landmarks of the region.
Today, Trimbach cultivates around 50 hectares of vineyards. Grapes are also purchased from contract vintners, who must however meet the same high quality standards that are demanded of their own grapes. Almost only high-quality varieties are cultivated; in addition to Riesling, these include Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Muskat and Pinot Blanc. And with the Riesling "Clos Saint Hune" from a parcel of the Rossacker Grand Cru site, Trimbach has a wine in its portfolio that enjoys an almost legendary reputation, even cult status among connoisseurs and enthusiasts.
The few bottles are sold out very quickly.
