Flavour Profile

Kuentz-Bas

Kuentz-Bas Tradition Riesling

Name: Kuentz-Bas Tradition Riesling
Brand: Kuentz-Bas
Price: 37.99 USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

France, Alsace

White wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.6

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Kuentz-Bas Tradition Riesling is a high-quality white wine produced by Kuentz-Bas, a renowned winery located in Alsace, France. This wine is made from Riesling grapes grown in the region's unique terroir, which is characterized by a mix of clay and limestone soils. The winemaking process involves gentle pressing of the grapes and fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine's fresh and fruity character. The resulting wine is crisp, dry, and refreshing, with notes of citrus, green apple, and mineral. Kuentz-Bas Tradition Riesling is a perfect match for seafood, salads, and light dishes, and it's an excellent choice for those who appreciate elegant and well-balanced wines.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Kuentz-Bas Tradition Riesling is a classic expression of Alsatian Riesling.Coming from sustainably farmed vineyards, this wine shows expressive and complex aromas of citrus fruits, mineral and balsamic notes. It shall be noted, that this wine offers excellent value for money. It pairs perfectly with seafood, Asian dishes, as well as summer salads. Drink now, or cellar for another 3-5 years.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

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2041

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Medium

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Riesling

ORIGINS

Winery: Kuentz-Bas

Region: Alsace

Alsace is a French wine region located in the northeast of the country, bordering Germany and Switzerland. It is renowned for its unique wines, which are made from a variety of grapes and styles. Alsace has a long and varied history of winemaking, dating back to the Romans. The region has been under the control of both France and Germany over the centuries, and this has had a significant influence on the wines produced here. Alsace was annexed by France in the late 19th century, and since then, the region has become known for its distinctive wines.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.6

0 Reviews