Kuentz-Bas - 2015 Pinot Noir - Alsace, France The name of the project

The name of the project translates to “to the brave viticulturists” and is an attempt by Chilean winemaker Leonardo Erazos Lynch to buoy the small farmers who have sacrificed much to retain their old vines and resist the urge to plant more lucrative grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir

Very moderate use of new oak merely amplifies the plush dark cherry

Lieu Dit (pronounced Loo Dee) is French for “said place” and refers to vineyards of historical significance within an appellation

Côtes de Gascogne whites are usually a blend of high yielding grapes that are also used in the production of Armagnac such as Columbard

Brad McElroy just has a touch and a humble

Kuentz-Bas - 2015 Pinot Noir - Alsace, France The name of the projectThe only red produced in Alsace is Pinot Noir. Because much of Alsace is north of Chablis (the part of Burgundy that produces only whites), producing quality Pinot Noir has been historically difficult. Alsace enjoys a warmer and drier microclimate, however, and warming temperatures along with improved winemaking have brought a dramatic refinement. Earthy and complex, similar to a Burgundy, this is one of the best value categories in wine. Burgundy