Kuentz-Bas - 2015 Pinot Noir - Alsace, France Ribeira Sacra lies along the

Ribeira Sacra lies along the banks of the river Sil

“Surlie” is a play on words referring to the French term “sur lie” that means aged on the lees

with malolactic fermentation is prevented in order to keep the laser-like acidity

Very moderate use of new oak merely amplifies the plush dark cherry

Kuentz-Bas - 2015 Pinot Noir - Alsace, France Ribeira Sacra lies along theThe only red produced in Alsace is Pinot Noir. Because much of Alsace is north of Chablis (the part of Burgundy that produces only whites), producing quality Pinot Noir has been historically difficult. Alsace enjoys a warmer and drier microclimate, however, and warming temperatures along with improved winemaking have brought a dramatic refinement. Earthy and complex, similar to a Burgundy, this is one of the best value categories in wine. Burgundy