La Cave d'Augustin Florent Edelzwicker 2020 (6x 750mL), Alsace

Description:

Edelzwicker is an Alsatian wine term taken from the German words "edel" (noble) and "zwicker" (blend). The term dates back to 1644, when the so-called noble varieties in Alsace were differentiated from those judged to be of lesser quality. Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer and Muscat fell into the noble category, while Pinot Blanc, Sylvaner, Chasselas and Auxerrois were relegated.

Thus Edelzwicker wines comprised only the noble varieties (which were distinct from the more generic "Zwicker" label being used to denote less-prestigious blends) until 1970, when the term "Edelzwicker" was deregulated. The term "Edelzwicker" is now used more out of nostalgia than a legislative requirement.

In the 21st Century, the term has been adopted by a small group of winemakers in the United States, Australia and elsewhere, seeking to replicate the traditional Alsatian field blend (whereby the grapes are harvested and fermented together, as opposed to being vinified separately and blended at a later date, after fermentation is complete).

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Edelzwicker is an Alsatian wine term taken from the German words "edel" (noble) and "zwicker" (blend). The term dates back to 1644, when the so-called noble varieties in Alsace were differentiated from those judged to be of lesser quality. Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer and Muscat fell into the noble category, while Pinot Blanc, Sylvaner, Chasselas and Auxerrois were relegated.

Thus Edelzwicker wines comprised only the noble varieties (which were distinct from the more generic "Zwicker" label being used to denote less-prestigious blends) until 1970, when the term "Edelzwicker" was deregulated. The term "Edelzwicker" is now used more out of nostalgia than a legislative requirement.

In the 21st Century, the term has been adopted by a small group of winemakers in the United States, Australia and elsewhere, seeking to replicate the traditional Alsatian field blend (whereby the grapes are harvested and fermented together, as opposed to being vinified separately and blended at a later date, after fermentation is complete).

Region:
FRA - Alsace
State:
Imported
Country:
France

Winery Tasting Notes

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Tasting comments:

Edelzwicker is a blend of Pinot Blanc, Sylvaner, Chasselas et Riesling grapes. Light and fresh wine, dry and easy to drink with discreet flavours of white flowers. A wine for every moment, a warm wine.

Food and Wine Pairing:

As an aperitif, appetizer, salads , salty pies, seafood, white meat, light cheese

Other Information

  • 2020 vintage
  • 6 x 750mL units
  • FRA - Alsace, Imported
  • Cork closure
  • 11.5% alc.
  • For bulk orders, please email wine@grays.com.au

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