Botrytis, lees, spices, and a scent reminiscent of a yeasty beer can be found in the aromatics of the 2000 Pinot Gris Beblenheim. A lush, rich, thick wine, it has admirable concentration, depth, and balance. Jam-packed with yellow fruits, this flavorful offering has a velvety texture and exquisite equilibrium. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2012. According to Deiss, "2000 was a vintage of great weather, yet one that carries with it problems of balance, like all great vintages. Some will consider these wines as too rich and having too much alcohol or residual sugar." He added that "2001 presented us with climatic chaos but the end result is as great as 2000." Deiss, a bio-dynamic farmer, stressed that he never chaptalizes his wines, including the reds.Importer: New Castle Imports, Inc., Myrtle Beach, SC; tel. (843) 448-9463