Lucien Albrecht
Lucien Albrecht Vineyards’ origins date back to 1425 when Romanu Albrecht began growing grapes in the town of Thann within Alsace. The Albrecht family played a major role in the Alsatian wine industry from the 1500s through the 1700s. According to our Lucien Albrecht wine reviews, 8 generations of Albrechts held the esteemed position of Bangard whose job was to watch over the town’s vineyards and harvest. Lucien Albrecht Winery became one of the most important in Alsace when they acquired holdings in 9 villages surrounding Orschwihr and extended the winery with new cellars in the 1800s. Following the phylloxera crises of 1930, Henri Albrecht planted many parcels with Riesling, Tokay and Gewurztraminer vines marking the beginning of grafted vines. Since 1980, Jean Albrecht has assisted his father Lucien in producing the entire line of Lucien Albrecht wines including their popular Cremants d’Alsace. Today, the Lucien Albrecht Estate owns a large part of Pfingstberg Grand Cru Classe which is home to many of the top rated selections in our Lucien Albrecht wine ratings.
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Lucien Albrecht 2002 Grand Cru Pfingstberg Pinot Gris
- Editors' Choice
- $38
Nails the textural element of Pinot Gris, dealing pear, melon, honey and citrus scents, then a rich, thickly textured mouthfeel. Tastes like peach and pear nectar, without being simply fruity, backed by a river of liquid minerals and a subtle nuttiness. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.
— J.C.
(2/1/2006)
Lucien Albrecht 2000 Sélection de Grains Nobles Pinot Gris
- $65
Intense orange marmalade and botrytis notes on the nose also come through on the palate. This wine is concentrated and intense, with layers of acidity balancing its intense sweetness. Give this wine 10 years. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.
— R.V.
(2/1/2006)
Lucien Albrecht 2005 Pfingstberg Grand Cru Riesling
- $43
Now maturing gently and with elegance, this is an exceptional wine. With its hint of toast, spice and white fruit flavors pierced by acidity and smoothed by vanilla, it has power along with elegance.
— R.V.
(2/1/2011)
Lucien Albrecht 2005 Clos Schild Riesling
- Online Exclusive
- $115
From a clos—walled vineyard—owned by the Albrecht family, this is a concentrated, very perfumed wine. The vineyard’s sandstone soil gives the wine a warm character, with floral white fruits. The final acidity is so well integrated.
— R.V.
(12/1/2011)
Lucien Albrecht 2002 Grand Cru Clos Schild Riesling
- $100
Located inside the grand cru vineyard of Pfingtsberg, this one-acre plot is an ancient monastic vineyard. There’s richness, fine, dry acidity and floral, hedgerow fruits. It’s packed with a tannic structure and wonderful green, fruits and almonds. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.
— R.V.
(2/1/2006)
Lucien Albrecht 2001 Sélection de Grains Nobles Pinot Gris
- Cellar Selection
- $65
When it is this sweet, Pinot Gris loses some of its spicy character, adds acidity and becomes a delicious, sweet wine. But the richness of the grape stays, and this wine is intense and concentrated, with noble rot to add complexity to the sweetness. It will develop for another 10 years at least. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.
— R.V.
(2/1/2006)
Lucien Albrecht 2001 Vendanges Tardives Pinot Gris
- $53
Concentrated honey and lemon flavors mark this ripe, rich, sweet wine. There is some botrytis, giving a fine structure to the wine. It is just beginning to mature, but should continue to develop over the next 4–5 years. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.
— R.V.
(2/1/2006)
Lucien Albrecht 2005 Cuvee Cecile Pinot Gris
- $31
Sexy aromas of expensive perfume, exotic spices and honey give way to a strikingly intense palate accented by caramelized apple notes. Finish is long and a bit sweet. Serve this luxurious wine with lobster in a fruit preparation.
— W.E.
(4/1/2009)
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