The 2005 Domaine Pfister "Grand Cru Engelberg" for $45 is a very good representation of Alsatian Gewurztraminer. In the glass, the wine is a clear, pale lemon color. It offers pronounced aromas of tropical fruit (particulary lychee) with floral notes of rose and elderflower and some hints of nutmeg. It has medium body with more of the tropical fruit flavors, medium acidity and a long dry, spicy white pepper finish. Delightful! Try it with spicy Asian or sushi.
Last year, I had the opportunity to travel to Italy to taste the wines of Oltrepò Pavese. I discovered that these sparkling wines are based on Pinot Noir, they are made in the traditional method, like Champagne, and most importantly, they are an Italian hidden gem that bubble lovers across the world need to put on their radar. In the August issue of Galveston Monthly magazine, I introduce these wines to my readers.
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