The Germany/ South and Alsace Tour 2020 by ombiasy WineTours was fully booked but had to be cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic. Starting on May 15, Annette issued short posts on facebook briefly describing what we would have done on that day had the tour taken place, using pictures from previous tours.
I am re-posting these short daily accounts along with a general introduction to the tour here on my blog.
Germany/ South and Alsace Tour 2020 by ombiasy WineTours
Germany is so closely identified with Riesling (and yes, it is the largest producer of Riesling world-wide) that you may be surprised to learn that the country is also very strong regarding the Burgundy grapes. It is the third-largest producer of Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder), the largest producer of Pinot Blanc (Weissburgunder), and the second largest producer of Pinot Gris (Grauburgunder) in the world. Join us as we discover the southern German wine regions that produce bone dry, opulent Rieslings, outstanding Pinot Noirs and whites from Burgundy grapes. We will step across the Rhine River to compare the wines of the Eastern (German) and Western (French) Rhine valley and we will get a feel for the beautiful, quaint Alsace region with its incredible picturesque wine villages dotted with half-timbered century old buildings. Enjoy the Pfalz, the second largest German wine region by growing area and only topped by Rheinhessen, which it borders to the north. From there, the Pfalz stretches to the French border 53 miles to the south and borders Alsace. In this region French and German vineyards melt into one another and some wineries on the French side own vineyards in Germany and vice versa.
For detailed information on the tour schedule, please check: https://ombiasypr.com/index.php/wine-tours/germany-south/germany-south-alsace-itinerary
For pricing and registration, please go to: https://ombiasypr.com/index.php/wine-tours/germany-south/germany-south-alsace-registration
Germany/ South and Alsace Tour 2020 by ombiasy WineTours: Day 6
It is hard to believe but today (Wednesday, May 20) is already Day 06 of the 2020 Germany South & Alsace Wine Tour organized by Ombiasy Public Relations and Wine Tours.
Since the Pandemic forced me to cancel the tour I will go on the journey mentally and I will share this tour with you.
Last night we already experienced Alsatian hospitality when we gathered at the "Au Lion d'Or" in Kaysersberg for a wonderful meal. Today we will visit two iconic wine estates and will have time to explore the incredibly picturesque, medieval Alsatian villages.
Maison Trimbach Anne Trimbach in Ribeauvillé is our first stop this morning. The wine producing history dates back to 1626; today the estate is run by the 11th, 12th, and 13th generation. Quality rules, Jean Trimbach said "All French 3-star Michelin restaurants carry Trimbach wine".
See: At Maison Trimbach in Alsace with Hubert Trimbach – Germany-South Wine Tour by ombiasy (2014)
Back in Kaysersberg for lunch there is some time to explore the village, the birthplace of Albert Schweizer who received the Nobel Prize in 1952 for his philosophy of "Reverence of Life".
We drive south again to visit Domaine Zind-Humbrecht in Turckheim. Oliver Humbrecht, owner and winemaker was the first Frenchman to have received the Master of Wine title. Oliver Humbrecht was among the first ones in Alsace to convert to biodynamic principles in the vineyard.
For the evening we have a very special treat; we will have dinner in the fabulous 1-star Michelin restaurant La Table du Gourmet" in Riquewhir, one of the most beautiful Alsatian villages. I am sure that Chef Jean-Luc Brendel will prepare a delicious menu for us which we will pair with Alsatian wines.
See: Dinner at La Table de Gourmet (Chef: Jean-Luc Brendel, 1 Star Michelin) in Riquewihr, Alsace, France
schiller-wine: Related Postings
Announcement: Upcoming ombiasy Wine Tours 2020 - (1) Alsace and Germany South, (2) Rhône Valley, (3) Bordeaux and (4) Germany: Christmas Market, Wine, Concert Tour
Reminder: Rhône Valley Tour by ombiasy WineTours in June 2020
Annual Riesling Party at the Schiller Residence in Washington DC, USA (2019)
Dinner at La Table de Gourmet (Chef: Jean-Luc Brendel, 1 Star Michelin) in Riquewihr, Alsace, France
At Maison Trimbach in Alsace with Hubert Trimbach – Germany-South Wine Tour by ombiasy (2014)
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