Caroso Montepulciano Riserva 2018

Alsace is a ‘forgotten’ classic wine enclave of eastern France. It lies just over the border from Germany, to whom it has belonged in centuries gone, hence the strongly Germanic architecture, place names and cuisine. Today it is firmly French, the country's sunniest and driest region and the only one to specialise in Riesling. This tangy-fresh white is from the special Edouard Leiber vineyard and crafted by Maison Cattin, one of the oldest family wineries in all Alsace. Southeast-facing slopes ensure plenty of pure grape-ripening sunshine, while altitudes up to 300 metres in this mountainous climate means lots of freshness too. Make a date with Alsace and enjoy this wine with a creamy pork casserole or broccoli soufflé. It's delightful solo too.