As a blend of gewurtztraminer, pinot gris, muscat, and riesling, this is an unusual wine for Alsace, but winemaker Mélanie Pfister might have hit on something: the universal Alsatian wine. The idea came from blending techniques she learned at Cheval Blanc in Bordeaux, and the Cuvée 8 showcases the best of Alsace: on the nose, the signature bouquet of thea gewurtztraminer and muscat grapes shine through—lychee, rose, honey, ripe melon—while on the palate, it maintains the zesty, razor-sharp acidic backbone that’s so typical of riesling here.

With its aromatics and acidity, it’s a wine that responds to lots of occasions and dishes, from fish to white meat to spicy foods, making it the perfect wine for your dinner table.

Around $33.

4.5 out of 5 stars.

Imported by Vintage 59 Imports.