Mixed Results in Alsace

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While the early wines from 1999 are inconsistent, the late-release 1998s are outstanding

Bruce Sanderson
Posted: June 15, 2001

Click Map for Larger Image Top-Scoring Wines from Alsace Best-Value Wines from Alsace Alsace Vintage Chart Alsace's 1998 Vintage Search for other wines from Alsace in the ratings database Search for wine-friendly menus Mixed Results in Alsace While the early wines from 1999 are inconsistent, the late-release 1998s are outstanding By Bruce Sanderson In 1999, wild weather in Alsace tested vintners' skills.

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