Lucien Albrecht Riesling Reserve 2023

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Lucien Albrecht
Label Name:
 
Riesling Reserve
Vintage:
 
2023
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Alsace
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.4%
Grape(s):
 
Riesling
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Past vintages have earned solid scores (examples: James Suckling 92 for 2018; Wine Enthusiast ~90 for similar vintages)

Tasting Note
Fresh, floral Riesling showing lime, pomelo, green apple and pear with a stony mineral core, brisk acidity and a long citrus-pear finish.

Food Pairing
Western: shellfish, grilled fish, roasted poultry, choucroute, fresh goat cheese. Asian: sushi and sashimi, Thai green curry, Vietnamese seafood, light Chinese stir-fries and spicy Sichuan dishes.

Production Method
Hand-harvested fruit; cold, controlled stainless-steel fermentation; unoaked; bottled under screwcap to preserve aromatic freshness.

Vineyard Info
Maison Lucien Albrecht, founded 1698 in Orschwihr (Alsace). Estate and local vineyards (including Pfingstberg, Spiegel) supply fruit; brand is now within the Wolfberger group.