a rather perfumed nose hints at the gewurztraminer that colors this riesling with rose petal and honeysuckle notes. the co-planted varieties in this vineyard make a smashing duo since they are almost polar opposites: structured, straight-laced riesling with its fine spine of acidity benefits from the playfulness and charm of aromatic, fleshy gewurztraminer which in turn is lit up by riesling's freshness. really, this is a case where you can have the best of both worlds.
Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru