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Albert Mann, Grand Cru Pinot Gris, Hengst, 2011, Alsace, France

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Pinot Gris, Hengst, 2011, Alsace, France

Pinot Gris, Hengst, 2011, Alsace, France

Ooohhh was the general comment when this was brought out to drink followed shortly afterwards by aaahhh. A Grand Cru is not to be rushed and one by Albert Mann should have extra care. Aromas and flavours of ripe citrus, pineapple, a solid body and a creamy undernote makes this a wine to sip and take pleasure in.  Prices for earlier vintages start at £35 and are recommended,  getting 2011 vintage is harder, buy later ones and age yourself is my recommendation.

Albert Mann, Prinot Gris, 2013, Alsace, France

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Albert Mann, Prinot Gris, 2013, Alsace, France

Albert Mann, Prinot Gris, 2013, Alsace, France

Albert Mann is a quality producer, getting a bad bottle is very unlikely and this standard  Prinot Gris is no exception. There’s a slight kerosine undertone with lots of pear coming through on the nose. Its medium, on boldness, acidity and dryness. You get a creaminess, honey and fresh citrus flavours which make this easy to drink with a salad, white meats yet perfect to just sip throughout the evening in the garden on a summers day.

At about £20 its a little pricey but great quality.

Albert Mann, Grand Cru Furstentum Gewurztraminer, Vieilles Vignes, 2011, Alsace, France

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Albert Mann is a top Alsace producer and this Grand Cru Furstentum Gewurztraminer Vieilles Vignes shows why. its a soft, bold, semi sweet wine. There are aromas of lychee, apricot, blossom and pear.

There are flavours of tropical fruits, ripe pineapple, honey, apple and stone fruits. its a weighty wine in some respects but not as much as you may expect. There’s an elegance to this wine that you can’t help be grateful for because this may make those that won’t normally touch a Gertz actually like it. Pair this with asian foods, pork dishes or mild cheeses and this shines even more. Fantastic.

Albert Mann, Grand Cru Furstentum Gewurztraminer, Vieilles Vignes, 2011, Alsace, France

Albert Mann, Grand Cru Furstentum Gewurztraminer, Vieilles Vignes, 2011, Alsace, France