by Ray Johnson | Aug 4, 2012 | Cremant d'Alsace, France, Pinot Blanc, Sparkling Dry
Lucien Albrecht, Cremant d’Alsace, Brut, Blanc de Blancs nv In the nose there are fresh fruits like pears and yellow apples. In the mouth this wine is fruit-forward, moderately acidic with some creaminess, like one finds with the domaine’s rose – a nice value...
by Ray Johnson | Apr 14, 2012 | Alsace, France, Pinot Blanc, Sparkling Dry
Pierre Sparr, Cremant d’Alsace, Brut, Reserve The nose features sweet flowers, a perfumed character, with pears and apples. In the mouth there is a soft impression, fruity with moderate acidity – nicely crafted as an aperitif. The grapes behind this wine...
by Ray Johnson | Apr 16, 2010 | Alsace, France, Pinot Blanc
Lucien Albrecht, Alsace, Pinot Blanc, Cuvee Balthazar 2008 The nose features flowers and minerality. In the mouth the fruit has a candy-like character, framed by acidity. The body is light and augmented by a little creaminess. Balthazar Albrecht settled in Orschwir in...
by Ray Johnson | Apr 9, 2010 | Alto Adige, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Terlano Classico
During my visit to the Alto Adige in the summer of 2009 I had the opportunity to try these wines at the Cantina. Today they are available on the west coast of the United States. Cantina Terlano, Alto Adige, Pinot Bianco 2008 The nose is very pretty, with floral notes....
by Ray Johnson | Mar 2, 2010 | Alto Adige, Italy, Lagrein, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir
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...
by Ray Johnson | Jul 22, 2009 | Alto Adige, Italy, Pinot Blanc
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...
