Al and Hugh visited Alsace, a region in northeastern France recently and they'll focus this week's episode on Sipp-Mack, a producer in the area.
The Wines
Sipp-Mack Pinot Blanc Tradition '16 ** Less than $20
Full-flavored, a lot of fun, made with serious intent
Sipp-Mack Pinot Gris Tradition '15 *** $20-$40
High quality pinot gris, lots of pear and mineral flavors, T'giving natural
Sipp-Mack Gewurtztraminer Tradition '15 *** $20-$40
Very intense gewurtz, sweet fruit flavors, pineapple hazelnut notes
Sipp-Mack Crémant d'Alsace **1/2 $20-$40
Strongly resembles blanc de blanc Champagne
Sipp-Mack Riesling Grand Cru Rosacker **** $40+
Intense, crystaline structure, pure flavors, as good as it gets