Les Princes Abbés

2006 Alsace Pinot Blanc

Domaines Schlumberger Les Princes Abbés, a 2006 vintage Pinot Blanc from the renowned Alsace region, showcases a delightful expression of this elegant varietal. With its pale golden hue, this wine invites you to explore its complex aromas of white flowers, ripe stone fruit, and a hint of minerality. The body is medium, offering a balanced texture that feels smooth on the palate. Its acidity is vibrant and refreshing, lifting the flavors and providing a bright mouthwatering finish. The fruit intensity is prominent, with luscious notes of apricot and pear that linger pleasantly. This Pinot Blanc is blissfully dry, making it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes, from seafood to light salads. A true testament to the Alsace terroir, this wine reflects both finesse and personality, inviting you to enjoy its charm with every sip.

Tasting notes:

Honey

Citrus Blossom

White Peach

Region:

Alsace

Lying on the border of France and Germany between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River, Alsace is unique among French wine regions. Ninety percent of all its wines are white, and they are labeled by variety rather than appellation. The region's production is evenly split between aromatic dry Riesling full of citrus and peach notes, spicy Gewürztraminer with characteristic rose and lychee flavors, full-bodied Pinot Gris with a hint of honey and intense Muscat that tastes of orange blossom. Most of these are labeled AOC Alsace, but there is also a small amount of Grand Cru wine from 51 specially designated vineyards. In this region, you will also find Crémant de Alsace, a wallet-friendly sparkling wine usually made from Pinot Blanc. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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