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Wines from Alsace
As spring fills our world with brightness and blooms, let’s sip some aromatic whites from Alsace. Although this French region produces some of the most famous white wines in the world, these elegant picks come at moderate prices. Any will taste great as the weather warms and appetites go lighter this season.
Yes, Pinot Gris is the same grape as Pinot Grigio, but while some Pinot Grigios can be watery and mild, Alsace’s Pinot Gris wines are aromatic, with a rich and round finish. Try these wines with creamy pasta dishes and roasted white meats.
- Lucien Albrecht Cuvée Romanus Pinot Gris 2005 ($9)
- Trimbach Reserve Pinot Gris 2002 ($21)
- Pierre Sparr Pinot Gris 2005 ($14)
Riesling
Alsace winemakers coax Riesling grapes into dry, refined whites that bring plenty of citrusy zip and orchard-fruit flavors. Pair these bright, lively and refreshing wines with seafood, poultry and goat cheese.
- Léon Beyer Riesling 2004 ($19)
- Hugel & Fils Riesling 2005 ($18)
- Dopff & Irion Riesling 2005 ($14)
- Louis Sipp Riesling 2004 ($17)
Pinot Blanc
If you’re looking for something new in your glass, try an Alsatian take on this lesser-known grape. These supple and subtle wines bring hints of fruit, but also a versatile, refreshing dryness that will make them enjoyable from the cocktail hour through dinner.
- Trimbach Pinot Blanc 2004 ($14)
- Marcel Deiss Pinot Blanc Bergheim 2003 ($20)
- Gustav Lorentz Reserve Pinot Blanc 2005 ($12)
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