Lucien Albrecht Pfingstberg Grand Cru Riesling 2004

This classified growth is a single vineyard situated in Orschwihr, whose reputation dates to the 13th century. Maison Albrecht is one of the largest owners. It faces south, southeast with a clay, limestone, sandstone subsoil. The vineyard's old vines, are carefully pruned and trained to produce low yields and give a wine with great concentration and depth. Less than 5% of all wine produced in Alsace is privileged to carry the title of "Grand Cru".

The nose shows superb expression and the mouth is clean and racy, impeccably balanced between its elegant fruit and its rich floral aromas.