Domaines Schlumberger
Located in the heart of Alsace, Domaines Schlumberger was established in 1810 by Nicolas Schlumberger. According to our Domaines Schlumberger wine reviews, Nicolas actually set up a factory of fabric machines in Guebwiller at that time and on the same land were vineyards of which he purchased 50 acres. Originally "The Princes Abbés” monks of Murbach controlled the vineyard in the 1600s, which is the inspiration for the Domaine Schlumberger wines bearing the same name. After centuries of Domaine Schlumberger Vineyards being family owned and run, it is now Alain and Séverine Schlumberger overseeing all winery operations. Since 2003 all the estate is cultivated using sustainable farming and since 2006 75 acres are now biodynamically farmed. There are three various lines of Domaine Schlumberger wines including The Princess Abbes, The Grand Crus and The Collections utilizing Sylvaner, Muscat, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewurztraminer grape varieties with their finest selections coming from the Riesling plantings. To learn more about these wines be sure to look through our Domaine Schlumberger wine ratings below.
Domaines Schlumberger 2001 Les Princes Abbés Pinot Noir
Smells a bit leathery, with pleasant anise, sassafras and sour cherry notes chiming in. It's a wine of intriguing spice complexity but ultimately not much fruity flesh. Drink now.
— J.C.
(2/1/2005)
Domaines Schlumberger 2006 Les Princes Abbés Pinot Gris
- $20
The subdued nose on this example will appeal to drinkers who avoid fruity, highly aromatic wines. The fairly concentrated palate, which shows some pleasant nutty notes, is slightly off-dry but the finish is crisp due to a good level of supporting acidity. Serve with baked or pan-seared fish.
— W.E.
(4/1/2009)
Domaines Schlumberger 2006 Les Princes Abbés Gewurztraminer
- $27
Lemon and hay aromas on the nose get overtaken by a strong flavor of fall leaves in the mouth. Fairly dry and medium-bodied, this is a good choice with a wide variety of lighter fish and chicken dishes. But pick this one up soon for it’s starting to show its age.
— W.E.
(7/1/2010)
Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Les Princes Abbés Pinot Blanc
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- $15
The nose displays some funky notes alongside pleasant mineral scents while the elegant palate is crisp and lemony. The short-to-medium finish ends on a grapefruit tone. Terrific choice for shellfish. Drink now.
— W.E.
(6/1/2010)
Domaines Schlumberger 2007 Les Princes Abbés Pinot Gris
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- $19
Almost light-bodied and with a distinct freshness, the style here is part Pinot Gris, part Pinot Grigio. There’s plenty of nuttiness and citrus fruit and although the palate starts out with a note of soft sweet fruit it finishes dry. Drink now.
— W.E.
(6/1/2010)
Domaines Schlumberger NV Cuvée Klimt Brut Welschriesling (Osterreichischer Sekt)
- $20
Tangerines and peaches on the nose, but much more citrusy in the mouth, with hints of apple and nectarine. Lemony and fresh on the finish, with a slightly coarse bead and a light, frothy mouthfeel.
— J.C.
(12/3/2003)
Domaines Schlumberger 1999 Les Princes Abbés Riesling
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- $16
Notes of crystallized candy and lemon lollipop dominate the nose of this sharp, fairly acidic wine. That said, lemon and apple flavors are what you get, followed by a scouring finish that leaves your palate prepped. Probably best with oysters or something along those line.
— M.S.
(12/1/2003)
Domaines Schlumberger 1997 Grand Cru Kitterlé Riesling
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- $30
Sweet, soft and missing some chords along the way. The palate has corn-like, soft flavors, while the finish is mealy and tastes like bananas. Bland and flat, as if its good days are behind it.
— M.S.
(12/1/2003)
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