The picturesque region of Alsace, undoubtedly, seemed to us the most romantic wine region France... Walking along the streets of Elsian towns and villages, we seemed to be in the scenery of a medieval fairy tale: balconies twined with flowers, narrow cobbled streets, lush vineyards and cozy restaurants inviting to taste French cuisine and unique Alsatian wines.
Famous shukrut (cabbage stewed with sausages), stewed vegetables, onion pies, local cheeses, but we will have a separate article about cheeses, there is something to tell about. All these amazing dishes are complemented, of course, by different types of wine.
All vineyards of the northeastern region of France are favorably located along gentle hills, in the form of a ribbon about 100 kilometers long, running from north to south. The scenic road of Alsace, which runs parallel to the vineyards, is called "Alsace Wine Road”And is a great tourist attraction.
Driving from one town to another, you can not only see the vast territories of vineyards, but also get acquainted with the producers of the region, the traditions and wine festivals that are held annually in Alsace. We wrote about one holiday in our article about the wine festival in Bordeaux. The most beautiful time in Alsace is summer and autumn, when flowers captivate with their colors, the sun shines without stopping, and grapes ripen on the vine.
Natural factors
Natural factors provide the Alsatian vineyard with a special microclimate, making the conditions for growing grapes ideal. Vosges mountains in the west they soften the influence of the Atlantic, protect from rain and wind. There is little rainfall in Alsace and a lot of sun, so the vine keeps warm all day. Long summer and warm autumn allow grapes to ripen for a long time and accumulate sugar.
Riesling
Riesling (21.9%) - undoubtedly the king of Alsatian wines. A characteristic feature is the combination of high acidity and high sugar potential. The aromatic range is unique: in Rieslings of different aging periods, you can find a bouquet of aromas - from green apples to juicy tropical fruits, as well as the refinement of rose petals. As a rule, they have a distinct tone with a large amount of minerals, emphasizing the structure. The aging potential of this type of wine is simply great.
Gewurztraminer
Gewurztraminer (19.4%) - another unique Alsace variety, it produces very dry and quivering wines with high acidity, and has the most elegant freshness in comparison with other grape varieties. Prefix "gewürz"Translates as"spicy, aromatic”, And the wines made from it are literally saturated with a floral aroma.
Pinot gris
Pinot gris (15.4%) - this variety has a slightly saturated, but amazing bouquet with characteristic signs of haze: the aroma of undergrowth, mushrooms, moss, dried fruits, apricots, honey, beeswax and other aromas. According to the properties of wine from Pinot gris resembles red wine rather than white.
Pin blanc
Variety Pin blanc (21.2%). In France, in Alsace, they make Creman d Alsace, because it is harvested early, it has a high acidity and serves as the perfect basis for the production of sparkling wine.
Muscat
Muscat (2.3%) differs from the sweet Muscat of southern France in its dry character. It is a very aromatic Alsatian wine, and its taste is an excellent indication that it will not transmit to another wine - it is the taste of fresh grapes.
Pinot noir
Pinot noir (9.9%) is a light and delicate wine with aromatic notes of cherry, raspberry and even blackberry. The cooking process necessarily goes through aging in oak barrels. The ingredients for this type of wine give it a complex and thickened structure, as well as the color and flavor rich in these fruits.
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