Maison Kuentz-Bas was first established by the Kuentz family in 1795, and the domaine as we know it today was forged through a marriage that joined the Kuentz and Bas families in 1895. Nestled in the town of Husseren-les-Châteaux, it sits at one of the highest points in Alsace, and the vineyards stretch out from the village over an area of ten hectares. More than two hundred years of tradition and vineyard pedigree have made these wines perennial favorites, with the grand crus of Eichberg and Pfersigberg earning the highest esteem. However, when the family sold the property to famed vigneron Jean-Baptiste Adam in 2004, many wondered what direction the new team would take. Adam, like the estate's former owners, has a reputation for being an advocate of Alsatian terroir, and he is the fourteenth generation to continue a family winemaking tradition that began as early as 1614. Eager to restore Kuentz-Bas to its former glory, Adam lowered yields significantly and reverted to natural methods, following organic and biodynamic approaches to vineyard work.
Wine Enthusiast 90 Very ripe notes of yellow pear appear on the nose. A touch of earthiness adds texture and interest to the palate,
Notes of very ripe pear dominate the nose. The palate shows more freshness to aid the spicy pear fruit on the midpalate. This is dry
Pinot Blanc is one of my go-to cooking wines. To be clear, I like to enjoy a glass or two while I’m cooking! I’ll often
"This is a blend of Sylvaner, Auxerrois, Chasselas and Muscat from vines ranging in age between 25 and 40 years old. White flowers and fresh
"On the nose, this wine is powerful and complex, it develops aromas and toasted smoked, especially aromas of brioche associated with hints of honey and
"This is Kuentz-Bas’ Pinot Blanc, a blend of 70% Pinot Blanc and 30% Auxerrois, from the superb 2010 vintage. The wine opens with a beautiful
" On the nose, this wine is powerful and complex, it develops aromas and toasted smoked, especially aromas of brioche associated with notes of honey
Wine Spectator 87 "A minerally version, featuring smoke and saline accents to the subtle notes of crunchy peach, lemon curd and ground ginger. Well-knit and fresh.
"A minerally version, featuring smoke and saline accents to the subtle notes of crunchy peach, lemon curd and ground ginger. Well-knit and fresh.
"A minerally version, featuring smoke and saline accents to the subtle notes of crunchy peach, lemon curd and ground ginger. Well-knit and fresh.
"On the nose, this wine is powerful and complex, it develops aromas and toasted smoked, especially aromas of brioche associated with notes of honey and
Samuel Tottoli is doing amazing things at Kuentz-Bas, a historic Alsatian estate. The fact that he is able to put a wine in bottle that
Lip-smacking acidity frames this racy white, boosting the smoke, lemon zest and white grapefruit flavors. Shows good definition and balance, with a nice salty tang
A delicous Edelzwicker with great charm. Fresh and balanced wine with white flowers and fresh stone fruit with crisp acidity.
Notes of very ripe pear dominate the nose. The palate shows more freshness to aid the spicy pear fruit on the midpalate. This is dry
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