($18, Pasternak Wine Imports): Alsace Riesling usually highlights the mineral aspect of the varietal compared with the more floral expression of German Riesling.  Albrecht’s combines the best of both.  Less floral than many, the minerality extends onto the palate and intermingles with attractive spice. … Read more

($13): Clean and brisk, with more intensity than many Pinot Blancs, Sipp Mack’s is a great value. You could drink it as an aperitif and then carry it to the table for a first course. 87 Michael Apstein Oct 10, 2006

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($19): A dry style of Riesling, Sipp Mack’s Vieilles Vignes conveys minerality throughout its considerable length. With plenty of power, it will hold up nicely with spicy Asian fare. 90 Michael Apstein Oct 10, 2006

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($27, Paterno Wines): Pinot Blanc represents the neutral baseline of the world’s white wines in terms of aromas and flavors, but this Pinot Blanc is actually an exciting wine. On the nose it expresses broad, minerally notes as well as gentle floral character.… Read more

($35, Pasternak): Albrecht’s regular Riesling is always quite good and well priced at about $15. This one, from the Grand Cru vineyard, Pfingstberg, is glorious. With lots of intensity and minerality, it delivers everything you’d expect from a grand cru vineyard.… Read more