2005 Domaine Albert Mann Gewurztraminer Steingrubler

While most of the Barthelmé brothers' other wines are fat, round and at least moderately sweet, their Rieslings are vibrant and minerally, offering excellent cut and clarity. The estate's classic example from the granite soil of Schlossberg is typically austere in its youth. The Barthelmés' Auxerrois, in both regular and old-vines versions, are rich and full-bodied, sometimes reminiscent of Pinot Gris in weight and texture.

While most of the Barthelmé brothers' other wines are fat, round and at least moderately sweet, their Rieslings are vibrant and minerally, offering excellent cut and clarity. The estate's classic example from the granite soil of Schlossberg is typically austere in its youth. The B... more