Bonny Doon Le Cigare Blanc 2011 cave-de-turckheim a plate of mussels steamed

a plate of mussels steamed in garlic and white wine

acacia blossom

Although the wines from this mountainous and sparsely populated area are not very well known outside of Italy

Old World style and charm

All in all

Bonny Doon Le Cigare Blanc 2011 cave-de-turckheim a plate of mussels steamedPale gold with green gold highlights, the grenache blanc dominant blend has a somewhat different aromatic profile from the 2010 vintage. A very strong impression of melon, along with Asian pear, pineapple and grapefruit pith, and in the mouth, very rich, sporting a certain modicum of tannin; this bodes exceptionally well for great longevity. The wine's unique flavors will pair exceptionally well with hard cheeses, seafood (lobster especially), roasted