Alsace Grand Cru
Alsace & Eastern FranceAlsace Grand Cru wine is among the most prestigious wines from the Alsace region in France. It is produced from grapes cultivated on soils of exceptional quality, in favorable climates, and using rigorous winemaking methods. The grape varieties typically used to produce these wines are Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, and Muscat.
Alsace Grand Cru wines are characterized by their perfect balance between acidity and residual sugar, as well as their aromatic complexity. They display aromas of fresh fruit, flowers, spices, and honey, with mineral and woody notes. They also possess a pleasant weight on the palate, with a fresh and agreeable finish.
Alsace Grand Cru wines are often paired with refined dishes such as shellfish, fish, fruit-based preparations, and soft-ripened cheeses. They are also ideal for accompanying Asian dishes, such as curries and stir-fries.
Alsace Grand Cru wines are generally produced in limited quantities, which confers great exclusivity upon them. They are often sold at elevated prices, yet this does not prevent them from being highly appreciated by the most discerning wine enthusiasts. Alsace Grand Cru wines represent a genuine discovery for wine lovers seeking the finest wines the region has to offer.
Winemakers
Domaine Sick-Dreyer
Etienne DREYER AMMERSCHWIHR (68770) 0389471131
Vignerons depuis 1563. Vins d'Alsace et du Grand Cru Kaefferkopf
www.sick-dreyer.com