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Sommerberg Eckberg

Alsace Riesling

The Albert Boxler Sommerberg Eckberg is a remarkable Riesling from the renowned Alsace region, capturing the essence of its terroir with elegance and finesse. This white wine exhibits a medium body that lends it a delightful richness, while its pronounced acidity brings a refreshing vibrancy to the palate, evoking the bright character of the region's mountainous landscape. The fruit intensity is high, showcasing luscious notes of stone fruit, such as apricot and peach, accompanied by a complex bouquet of floral aromas and hints of flint. This dry Riesling is beautifully balanced, with subtle minerality adding depth and a lingering finish, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes or a delightful sip on its own.

Tasting notes:


White Peach

White Peach

Lemon

Lemon

Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle

Flavor profile:


Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Body Light

Very Light Full

Pairs well with:


Seafood, Spicy Shrimp, Chicken Tikka Masala

Region:


Alsace
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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