This region holds a particular place in my heart. Linda and I visited some of the top producers of the region this summer and hiked the magnificent mountains. This Tyrolean region is beyond picturesque and vies with Stellenbosch as the most beautiful wine region in the world.
Alois Lageder, Alto Adige, Haberle, Pinot Bianco 2008 The [...]

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Elena Walch, Alto Adige DOC, Pinot Bianco 2007 The nose features citrus and stone fruits while in the mouth you experience a creamy character that complements the refreshing acidity – long and very nice. Tasted later in September the same wine is developing more complexity. P&B in Tramin 13% $16.99 at Traverso’s Elena Walch

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Michel-Schlumberger, Dry Creek Valley, Pinot Blanc “La Bise” 2007 This wine consistently smells of the ripe tropical fruits of a sun-drenched land – very fresh. In the mouth, this wine shows the fruitiness of Pinot Blanc in a light-bodied, refreshing presentation – very nice. Winemaker Mike Brunson. Estate grown, produced and bottled in Healdsburg 12.8% [...]

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Roland Schmitt, Alsace, Pinot Blanc 2007 The nose features an enticing mix of citrus and tropical fruits. The mouth is clean and fruity and almost dry – an excellent aperitif. Produced by Anne-Marie Schmitt et ses fils, proprietaires-recoltants a Bergbieten 12.6% $14.99 at Bottle Barn

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Cantina Terlano, Alto Adige DOC, Pinot Bianco 2007
This wine has been consistently fresh and aromatic and the ‘07 is on form. Estate Bottled in Terlano 13% $19.99 at Traverso’s and $15.99 at Bottle Barn  Terlano
McManis Family Vineyards, California, Pinot Grigio 2007 There’s a sense of melons, stone fruits and citrus. It’s like putting an orange [...]

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Trimbach, Alsace, Pinot Blanc 2005 Light floral notes mark the nose and the mouth has a rather creamy texture, very little residual sugar, a moderate amount of acid and the taste of stone fruits; it’s nice and simple for the price. Mis en bouteille a Ribeauville 12.5% $11.79 at Bottle Barn Trimbach
Martin Schaetzel, Alsace, Cuvee [...]

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How about Pinot Blanc, Dry Riesling and powerful Gewurztraminer?
Cantina Terlano Alto Adige Pinot Bianco DOC 2006
This wine has been consistently fresh and aromatic and it is again. Estate Bottled in Terlano 13% $13.69 at Bottle Barn Terlano
Domaine Weinbach Alsace Riesling Reserve Personnelle 2005
The last time tasted in 2007 my notes stated simply, structured Riesling with [...]

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Domaine Weinbach Alsace Reserve Pinot Blanc 2005
This is a gem.  There is fresh citrus, stone fruit and floral notes to smell.  In the mouth there is a moderate+ amount of acidity and the taste of citrus.  This is a very refreshing Pinot Blanc. The Faller family has been a leader in biodynamic viticulture in Alsace. [...]

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