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Pierre Sparr
Gewurztraminer, AOC Alsace – 2013

This crisp, full-bodied wine opens with notes of rosewood and licorice. With aeration, aromas of acacia and apricot emerge. On the palate this youthful wine shows a juicy sweetness and delicate acidity that will become more pronounced with maturity.
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Pierre Sparr
Gewurztraminer, AOC Alsace – 2013

This crisp, full-bodied wine opens with notes of rosewood and licorice. With aeration, aromas of acacia and apricot emerge. On the palate this youthful wine shows a juicy sweetness and delicate acidity that will become more pronounced with maturity.
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Pierre Sparr
Riesling, AOC Alsace – 2013

This wine opens with aromas of lemon peel and green apple, followed by delicate green passion fruit. Upon aeration, cherry blossoms are framed by minerally aromas. It is smooth, with soft acid, a well-balanced, light body and a softly spicy finish.
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Pierre Sparr
Riesling, Schoenenbourg, AOC Alsace Grand Cru – 2011

Wine Enthusiast
91 points, Cellar Selection

"This bone-dry wine is beautifully perfumed, rich and full bodied. Its ripe texture is cut through with floral, apple and mineral characters that all contribute to the complexity of this concentrated wine."
Roger Voss, July 2014
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Pierre Sparr
Pinot Gris, AOC Alsace – 2012

This Pinot Gris presents aromas of autumn leaves and ripe grapes. With some aeration, notes of juicy apricots follow, accompanied by a touch of minerality. The has a delicate sweetness-to-acidity ratio, a fancy minerality and a firm, sleek body.
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Pierre Sparr
Gewurztraminer, AOC Alsace – 2012

This wine opens slowly with notes of rosewood and licorice. With aeration, acacia combines with apricot aromas. The wine shows a minerality and fullness in the mouth, followed by an almost spicy, crisp and lingering finish.
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Pierre Sparr
Pinot Blanc, AOC Alsace – 2012

Aromas of pears, hay and lemon peel are followed by delicate fruit, coriander and minerals. On the palate, refreshing pear, quince and dynamic acidity are balanced by a whisper of minerality. The mineral-aromatic character intensifies with aeration, continuing on the sleek, fruity finish.
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Pierre Sparr
Gewurztraminer, Mambourg, AOC Alsace Grand Cru – 2011

Aromas of rose and violet are followed by pear and brioche. With aeration the bouquet adds butter and lemony notes. On the palate, this is classic Gewurztraminer with a generous sweetness. A spicy, licorice-touched finish completes this elegant wine.
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Pierre Sparr
Pinot Blanc, AOC Alsace – 2012

The Tasting Panel
Some Like it Cool

"Quine and ripe stone fruit aromas, fleshy, riper mid-palate with leesy, mineral finish. A classic Pinot Blanc."
Deborah Parker Wong, February 2014
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Pierre Sparr
Gewurztraminer, AOC Alsace – 2012

The Tasting Panel
Some Like it Cool

"Classic aromas of rose and stone fruit with a pristine, off-dry palate and a touch less acidity pointing to a possible New World origin for this Gewurztraminer."
Deborah Parker Wong, February 2014
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Pierre Sparr
Alsace One, AOC Alsace – 2012

Wine & Spirits
88 points

"A pungent blend of muscat, riesling and pinot gris, this has a honeyed fragrance and a jasmine buzz of acidity. It's a gentle, country-style Alsace white with herbal notes to accompany pan-roasted fish."
Joshua Greene, December 2013
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Pierre Sparr
Pinot Gris, Mambourg, AOC Alsace Grand Cru – 2011

Wine & Spirits
92 points

"A voluptuous 2011, this wine's creamy, pear-like fruit has accents of Rainier cherries and tangerine. It tightens up in the finish, with acidity creating a mouthwatering contrast to all the generous fruit. For a veal roast."
Joshua Greene, December 2013
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Pierre Sparr
Riesling, Schoenenbourg, AOC Alsace Grand Cru – 2011

Wine & Spirits
90 points

"A sumptuous, full-flavored riesling, this opens from flintiness and mineral notes to a powerful line drive of fruit richness. The apricot flavors are rounded in the end, without any hard edges. Serve this with veal schnitzel."
Joshua Greene, December 2013
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Pierre Sparr
Riesling, AOC Alsace – 2012

Opens with aromas of lemon peel and green apple, followed by a touch of banana and passion fruit. Upon aeration, aromas of sweet cherry blossoms and minerally firestone. It is smooth, with a light, well-balanced body and softly spicy finish.
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Pierre Sparr
Pinot Blanc, AOC Alsace – 2011

The Tasting Panel
88 points

“Aromatic, smooth and juicy with sweet, tangy vanilla and caramel; creamy, lush and fresh.”
Anthony Dias Blue, July 2013
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Pierre Sparr
Alsace One, AOC Alsace – 2011

The Tasting Panel
88 points

“Aromatic with juicy, tangy acidity and showing spice, peach and minerals; bright, crisp and dry with balance and finesse.”
Anthony Dias Blue, May 2013
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Pierre Sparr
Alsace One, AOC Alsace – 2011

It is fresh and minerally, with light, fruity aromas of lychee, firestone and grass, exotic pineapple and papaya. The palate follows with fresh fruit and dynamic acidity balanced by a light, racy body. The long, spicy finish has a touch of acidity.
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Pierre Sparr
Pinot Blanc, AOC Alsace – 2011

Aromas of pears, hay and lemon peel are followed by delicate fruit, coriander and minerals. Refreshing pear and quince flavors and dynamic acidity are balanced by a whisper of minerality that intensifies with aeration to the sleek, fruity finish.
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Pierre Sparr
Pinot Gris, AOC Alsace – 2011

This wine presents earthy aromas of autumn leaves and ripe grapes followed by juicy apricots and a touch of minerality. On the palate it is soft, with a delicate sweetness-to-acidity ratio, crowned by a touch of smoky, spicy bacon on the finish.
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Pierre Sparr
Pinot Blanc, AOC Alsace – 2010

There are aromas of pears, sweet mountain hay and lemon peel, followed by delicate fruit, coriander and minerals. On the palate, refreshing pear and quince flavors and dynamic acidity are balanced by a whisper of minerality.
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