Charles Baur Sylvaner, Alsace, France, 2023
{organic} 100% Silvaner
LEMON & HONEYCOMBE HERBS & GOOSEBERRY…SUBTLE, SLINKY, SLEEK Silvaner/Sylvaner, a lesser-known half-sibling to Sauvignon Blanc, Gruner Veltliner, and Chenin Blanc (among others) is a gentle treasure in the vineyards of Germany and northeastern France. Resolutely soft-spoken compared to its rival, Riesling, it doesn’t always stand out in a crowd, but it does provide complexity, subtlety, and surprise, often reminding us of unexpected nuances like cassis and/or potpourri (albeit dialed way down), This leans to the latter.
Serving Suggestion: Turkey breast w/ fennel & dill. Dressing cakes w/ your favorite stuffing, water chestnuts, black olives, shallots, orange bell peppers, & celery.
