2017 Dm Schlumberger Les Princes Abbes Pinot Blanc, Alsace

Light lemon yellow with green reflections of good intensity. The nose has good intensity, dominant primary scents: flowers, citrus fruits (lemon zest) and spices (white pepper). Airing the wine enhances these scents and reveals apple, pear, hop and a light smokiness. The nose has a nice character. Its youth shows radiance and a welcomed sensation of freshness.

The onset in the mouth is slender and full-bodied. The wine evolves on a medium with a frank liveliness, marked by a sparkling note. We find the same aromas as on the nose, still dominated by white flowers, citrus fruits (yuzu zest, lemon), hop, pear, apple and this smokiness. The finish has a good length, 5-6 caudalies, with a frank liveliness and a delicate bitterness. The balance is elegant and slightly strong, which gives the wine character. The complex range of flavours is pleasant.

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