Alsace, as explained by Mr. Cameron Douglas, MS.
Tasted (1/13/12):
NV Lucien Albrect Blanc de Blancs brut - Cremant d’Alsace. Stone fruit, white peach, lime popsicle, slate, arugula. Dry, med+/high acid, medium body.
2009 Kuentz-Bas “Trois Chateaux” Sylvaner - Alsace. Clean, citrusy, fresh flowers and olive oil. Light+ body, med+ acidity.
2007 Trimbach Pinot Blanc - Alsace. Very neutral with slight peaches, oranges, green grass and steely minerality. Dry, med+ body, med aciditiy.
2008 Domaine Ostertag ‘Fronholz’ Riesling - Alsace. Lemon and lime zest, white peach, fresh cut grass and flowers with petrol and high minerality. Dry, high acid, med- body.
2006 Josmeyer ‘Le Fromenteau’ Pinot Gris - Alsace. Yellow fruits, spice, candied orange, liquid granite, button mushroom, sweet cream, lanolin, and huge mineral finish. Med body, Med+ acidity. Long finish.
2008 Domaine Zind-Humbrecht Gewürztraminer - Alsace. Cadarmon, melon, lavender soap, kiwi-strawberry, dried flowers, bubblegum, and ginger spice. Med body, med+ acidity, long finish.
2000 Domaine Weinbach Gewürztraminer Furstentum - Alsace Grand Cru. Marmelade, clover-honey, pineapple and caramel, olive oil, washed-rind cheese. High acidity, sweet, full bodied.
