Cave de Turckheim

Alsace Pinot Blanc

8.713 ratings
9.01 pro ratings
Turckheim, Alsace, France
Pinot Blanc
Squash & Root Vegetables, Goat & Feta Cheese
Top Notes For
Elizabeth Smith

The 2013 Cave de Turckheim Pinot Blanc, Alsace, is a lot like me, perhaps, misunderstood and underrated because many don't know what pinot blanc is. It's a mutation of pinot noir and a versatile white wine that you can pair with almost anything, even quiche. Given that, I decided to pair it with my dinner eggs, since eggs are my primary protein of choice these days. Alsatian Pinot Blanc is often described as "musky," but I don't get that at all on this wine. It's fermented and aged in stainless steel and contains a smidgen of auxerrois, which enhances the fruitiness and spiciness of this wine. Aromas and flavors run the gamut from citrus peel, to crisp apple, to white peach, with medium acidity and a creamy texture. Pair this with brunch fare like eggs, or with a wide range of foods like seafood, shellfish, salads, and soft cheeses. SRP $19. (sample)

The 2013 Cave de Turckheim Pinot Blanc, Alsace, is a lot like me, perhaps, misunderstood and underrated because many don't know what pinot blanc is. It's a mutation of pinot noir and a versatile white wine that you can pair with almost anything, even quiche. Given that, I decided to pair it with my dinner eggs, since eggs are my primary protein of choice these days. Alsatian Pinot Blanc is often described as "musky," but I don't get that at all on this wine. It's fermented and aged in stainless steel and contains a smidgen of auxerrois, which enhances the fruitiness and spiciness of this wine. Aromas and flavors run the gamut from citrus peel, to crisp apple, to white peach, with medium acidity and a creamy texture. Pair this with brunch fare like eggs, or with a wide range of foods like seafood, shellfish, salads, and soft cheeses. SRP $19. (sample)

Jul 13th, 2016
Jeff Christner

Love it anytime, but might be their perfect white for fall. Nice acidity, lively. 12%

Love it anytime, but might be their perfect white for fall. Nice acidity, lively. 12%

Oct 13th, 2016
Benjamin Hickey

Nice but simple.

Nice but simple.

Aug 2nd, 2016
Chris N

A good wine.

A good wine.

Oct 27th, 2015
Larry Moquin

Larry had this 8 years ago

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Jun 13th, 2016
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Jan 17th, 2016
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Dec 27th, 2015
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Jun 21st, 2015
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May 19th, 2015