Bonny Doon Le Cigare Blanc 2011 cave-de-turckheim a plate of mussels steamed

a plate of mussels steamed in garlic and white wine

acacia blossom

this wine has a rounded palate with good length and acidity

Old World style and charm

the result

Bonny Doon Le Cigare Blanc 2011 cave-de-turckheim a plate of mussels steamedPale gold with green gold highlights, the grenache blanc dominant blend has a somewhat different aromatic profile from the 2010 vintage. A very strong impression of melon, along with Asian pear, pineapple and grapefruit pith, and in the mouth, very rich, sporting a certain modicum of tannin; this bodes exceptionally well for great longevity. The wine's unique flavors will pair exceptionally well with hard cheeses, seafood (lobster especially), roasted