The varietals
It should be in the cellar of a good winemaker, after the harvest to account for the multiplicity of Alsace wines, because then, according to an ancient tradition, the owner makes you go around wealth of the Year following a fixed order.
It always starts with the ordinary varietals, Chasselas, Sylvaner, then staying in the same key, we go to grape quality.
Sylvaner
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Pinot Blanc
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Riesling
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Pinot Gris
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Muscat d'Alsace
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Gewurztraminer
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Pinot Noir
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It was adopted there more than two centuries by the winemakers and represents about ten percent of production Alsatian. Sylvaner is distinguished by its lightweight nature, kind and honest. It traditionally accompanies shellfish and seafood platters, but also quiches and cold meats.
Increasingly appreciated, it gives slightly fruity wines and combines freshness, flexibility and body. Pinot Blanc is also the main grape of the Appellation Crémant d'Alsace. It accompanies most varied dishes, from fish to white meat.
Prestigious white grape, it is the king of Alsace wines because it harmoniously combines the finesse and breed appreciated by connoisseurs. Its late enables it to spring frosts laugh and enjoy the sunny seasons back. Riesling aromas delicately fruity, floral or mineral in a palette that is his alone. It agrees with refinement to fish and shellfish.
A legend similar to the most famous Hungarian wines with which it has nothing to do. It belongs to the Pinot family and is grown in Alsace since the sixteenth century. Its small grains give a heady wine, opulent and full bodied, slightly smoky bouquet. His great nobility appreciateany an aperitif and goes beautifully with the foie gras, white meats and game.
Unrelated to the southern muscadine known for their gentleness, Muscat d'Alsace gives dry wines with a bouquet reminiscent of fresh grapes inimitable. The wealth of aromas that develops and the intensity of its fruit make, despite the confidentiality of its production, a wine sought after by fans. It is appreciated as an aperitif, but also with the asparagus.
Masterpiece of the Alsatian wine, known throughout the world, his name speaks volumes about his character spicy. His little pink grains especially appreciate the sunny exposures. It gives powerful wines with aromas of ripe fruit, rose, lychee and spice of great wealth. His late harvest are exceptional. It is served willingly as an aperitif, with foie gras, exotic dishes or strong cheeses.
Implanted happily in Alsace since the Middle Ages, it is the only Alsatian grape produces red and rosé wines. It never ceases to grow. Its light and fruity characteristic aromas of cherry and red fruit make it the ideal companion for meats and red meats. Serve chilled.