Frédéric and Philippe Blanck |
Country of Origin: France
Location: Kientzheim
People: Blanck Family, Owners | Philippe & Frédéric Blanck, Winemaker
Dating to the 17th century, Domaine Paul Blanck represents an exemplary synthesis of history and tradition flawlessly combined with innovation, the net result of which in an invitingly diverse range of stylish, eloquent and lively wines. Comprised of 36 hectares, all of which are farmed without the use of chemical insecticides, Blanck vineyard holdings including several "lieux dits" (vineyard designated parcels) and a full one-third lie in Grand Cru vineyards, including the celebrated Schlossberg and Furstentum sites. This diversity of terroir coupled with traditional Alsatian varietals provides a style and flavor for everyone among the Blanck family of wines. The sons, Frederic and Philippe work incessantly under the supervision of Bernard and Marcel, the sons of Paul Blanck.
A Dynasty of Winemakers: In 1610, Hans Blanck, the family's Austrian ancestor acquired the first vines in Alsace. In 1846, Jacques Philippe Blanck obtained a medal for his work as a winemaker. In 1927, Paul Blanck and a handful of other winemakers were recognized as the driving force behind turning the site of Schlossberg into a pilot site for a future grand cru. In 1975 with the creation of the grand cru appellation in Alsace, Schlossberg was the first to be assigned this appellation. In 1985 came a new generation of winemakers: Frédéric and Philippe. Their main preoccupation is respecting the vines and the soil.
‘We are forever searching with passion and respect to enable nature to express itself in our wines. We wish to share with everyone the force and diversity of the Alsace; the richness of the grape varieties and the “joie de vivre” of its people.’ - Frédéric and Philippe Blanck.
'Frederic Blanck is eloquent in his expressions of traditionalism and viticultural idealism.' - Robert Parker, Jr.
YouTube Links
Paul Blanck Tasting at Cream 11/2010
Social Media
Twitter:@DomaineBlanck
Domaine Paul Blanck Facebook
Domaine Paul Blanck YouTube
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| Current Items from Domaine Paul Blanck |
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Pack-Size |
Net |
Reviews |
| 5757 |
Domaine Paul Blanck 2011 Gewürztraminer, Alsace AOC |
12-750 |
$228 |
WS 88 IWC 90 |
| 6958 |
Domaine Paul Blanck 2012 Muscat d'Alsace AOC |
12-750 |
$240 |
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| 7089 |
Domaine Paul Blanck 2012 Pinot Blanc, Alsace AOC |
12-750 |
$156 |
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| 6662 |
Domaine Paul Blanck 2011 Pinot Gris, Alsace AOC |
12-750 |
$204 |
WS 91 |
| 6960 |
Domaine Paul Blanck 2011 Pinot Gris, Patergarten, Alsace AOC |
12-750 |
$264 |
WS 92 |
| 6663 |
Domaine Paul Blanck 2012 Riesling, Alsace AOC |
12-750 |
$204 |
WS 91 WS 91 |
| 6961 |
Domaine Paul Blanck 2007 Riesling, Furstentum, Alsace Grand Cru AOC |
12-750 |
$264 |
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| 6959 |
Domaine Paul Blanck 2008 Sylvaner Vieilles Vignes, Alsace AOC |
12-750 |
$180 |
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