Alsace classic - Domaine Pierre Sparr
2002 Pierre Sparr knockouts
Among producers in Alsace, Pierre Sparr is one of the most prominent and established. They have helped define the region's classic, dry style wines that encourage aging. Established in 1785 and located in Sigolsheim in the heart of Alsace, the beautiful estate is comprised of 34 hectares including 3 Grand Crus.
Sparr wines are renowned for their ability to age, hence the proprietors often hold back certain wines from the market until they feel they are ready to drink. Sparr's reputation has been built on a distinct identity and style of fruit forward, complex, full bodied, and balanced wines. According to Wine Spectator, the 2002 vintage in Alsace made ripe, vibrant wines with high acidity and fine Reisling, Gewurztraminer and Pinot Gris, especially Vendandes Tardives. We are pleased to offer three 2002 Pierre Sparr wines that we think display these characteristics exceptionally well at equally exceptional prices. Enjoy!
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2002 Pierre Sparr Gewurztraminer Mambourg Vendanges Tardives 750ml - $29.99 (reg. $39.99)
Wine Spectator, Oct 2005, 92 points: "The varietal character is unmistakable, yet this is elegant and though sweet, deftly balanced. Litchi, rose, spice and grapefruit mingle with the bright structure. It has a touch of grapefruit peel bitterness on the finish. Drink now through 2010. 550 cases made. BS"
JJ Buckley, Aug 2007: "Visibly this wine is thick as indicated by its dark golden color. Lovely floral nose complimented by pear, peach, and Asian spice. Thick and rich mid-palate builds to a long spicy finish rounded out by generous fruit including golden apple, apricots, and pears. Vendanges Tardives performed very well in 2002, made obvious by this gorgeous wine." - Alex Lallos, JJ Buckley
2002 Sparr, Pierre Pinot Gris Mambourg Grand Cru 750ml - $19.99 (reg $27.99)
Wine Spectator, Oct 2005, 91 points: "Honey and vanilla tones grace this off-dry white, whose structure combines acidity and tannins. It's focused and also shows peach and quince flavors, with a long aftertaste. Try this with roast pork stuffed with nuts and fruit. Drink now through 2010. 450 cases made. (BS)"
JJ Buckley, Aug 2007: "Rich golden color in the glass, almost a bright bronze. Very nice white peach and floral aromas with a touch of white licorice over a good racy minerality. In the mouth, fruit flavors of yellow pear and white peach are surrounded by raw honeycomb and white licorice. There is a touch of alcohol on the mid-palate. Sweet on the finish, with lingering fruit and spice." - Mike Supple, JJ Buckley
2002 Sparr, Pierre Riesling Mambourg Grand Cru 750ml - $19.99 (reg $27.99)
Wine Spectator, Oct 2005, 91 points: "Fine balance here between the rich peach, apple and mineral flavors and vibrant structure. This is muscular and intense, with the potential to develop well over time. Firm, tight finish, with a mineral aftertaste. Needs food. Drink now through 2015. 400 cases made. BS"
JJ Buckley, Aug 2007: "Medium yellow gold in the glass. Sweet petrol aromas up front over rich candied pear, apricot and citrus. There is a touch of floral notes behind the fruit and an edge of sweet honey. Very nice balance in the mouth; the acid and sugar levels compliment each other well. Medium-bodied. Sweet honeycomb, apricot and peach with a good flint backbone on the finish and a lingering jasmine note." - Mike Supple, JJ Buckley
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