Domaine Bott-Geyl, Alsace (France) 2016

 This lovely white wine is broad, deep, supple and delicate.  Its flavors include intricate nuances of apricot, citrus and honey, along with a touch of wild mint and clear mineral notes.  The Bott-Geyl family has owned this domaine since 1795 but that doesn’t mean they haven’t evolved with the times — they have, and then some!  Among other examples of their contemporary practices was transitioning the vineyards to Biodynamic in 2002.  For the wordsmiths amongst us, “Points Cardinaux” — cardinal points, or the four points on a compass — is likely a reference to the four Pinots in the blend.  And by the way, this white wine could surely be aged for 5 to 7 years.  A blend of 40% Pinot Blanc, 40% Pinot Auxerrois, 10% Pinot Gris and 10% Pinot Noir (vinified as white wine).