5/10 Alsace v. Pfalz – Blind Tasting Buddies
Wine Tasting, Friday May 10th, 2024, Seattle
Wines:
Sparkling Rosé
- NV Pierre Sparr Crémant d’Alsace Brut Rosé Alsace, FR 1500mL
White
- 2021 Von Winning Sauvignon Blanc I Pfalz, DE 750mL
- 2012 Domaine Zind-Humbrecht Muscat Alsace, FR 750mL
- 2017 Dr. Bürklin-Wolf Riesling Altenburg Wachenheimer Pfalz, DE 750mL
- 2020 Frey-Sohler Pinot Gris Vieilles Vignes Alsace, FR
- 2020 Von Winning Riesling Trocken GG Forster Kirchenstuck Pfalz, DE 750mL
Red
- 2019 Albert Mann Vin d’Alsace Pinot Noir Clos de la Faille Alsace, FR 750mL
- 2019 Weingut Darting Pinot Meunier Trocken Pfalz, DE 750mL
Dessert
- 2018 Albert Boxler Gewurztraminer Sélection de Grains Nobles Boland Alsace, FR 500mL
Geographically defined by the Vosges mountain range, the borderland regions of Alsace and Pfalz append France and Germany respectively. This historically disputed territory melds both cultures, with cuisines and wines offering exciting comparisons and contrasts. This tasting with the Buddies will showcase wines from both regions, including Sparkling, White, Red, and Dessert styles. Prepare your palates, and bonus points for showing off your French and German vocab!
Attendance:
- Nick D.
- Michele D.
- Benjamin R.
- Steph Y.
- Leah S.
- Brian L. +1
- Brittany H.
- Dylan S. +3
