Alsace: Engelheim is the site of one of Charlemagne's castles from which he governed the Franks. By the year 800 there were already over 100 wine villages in Alsace. Today Engelheim appears to be a sleepy town, surrounded by vine-covered hillsides of the Vosges that produce these exceptional Alsatian wines.  It is the limestone/clay soil that is responsible for the quality of Alsatian wines. It is the character of Alsace that is responsible for the robust nature of its wines.

Alsatian Wines stand out among whites - they represent dry wines that are powerful, bold and dramatic because they are made according to a simple philosophy: a wine should be the purest possible expression of  a grape varietal and the soil in which it was grown.  Alsatian wines are sought after for their unusual combination of lively acidity, dryness, and unhampered, uninhibited, unleashed fruit - making them fabulous partners for food.

Cepage: Pinot Gris.

About the Producer: Julien Schaal is an exceptional winemaker - well known in South Africa as well as in France for his mastery of the winemaking craft.

Tasting Notes:  Very supple and full - spicy apricot and citrus with a nutty background note.  This wine is pure enjoyment!  Very pleasing. 

Recommended Food Pairings: A very versatile food wine that complements anything from seafood to jarlsberg cheese.  Try it with steamed, poached or stewed fish preparations - and sushi!.