What is this wine?
Bastian Beny Sylvaner 2022 is a fresh, textural white wine from Alsace, France, crafted by rising-star winemaker Bastian Beny in Mittelwihr. Beny farms organically and works with minimal intervention to highlight Alsace’s diverse limestone and marl terroirs. Sylvaner, an often-overlooked local grape, thrives in these soils, producing wines that are bright, herbal, and mineral. The 2022 vintage was hand-harvested, fermented spontaneously with native yeasts, and aged on fine lees in stainless steel to preserve freshness and subtle texture.
Why get this wine?
Bastian Beny’s Sylvaner is a revelation—lithe, pure, and beautifully balanced. It’s an authentic, terroir-driven wine that shows how expressive this humble grape can be in skilled hands. For fans of crisp, mineral whites like Riesling or Grüner Veltliner, this bottle offers outstanding value and a glimpse into Alsace’s new generation of winemaking.
What does this wine taste like?
Bright and lively, with notes of green apple, pear, lemon zest, and fresh herbs. The palate is crisp and lightly saline, with a clean, mineral finish and gentle texture from lees aging.
When should you drink this wine?
Drink now through 2028. Serve well-chilled as an aperitif or with salads, shellfish, or white asparagus. Ideal for spring and summer meals.
