The 2001 Tokay-Pinot Gris Altenbourg Quintessence de Grains Nobles bursts forth with aromas reminiscent of spice and botrytis-laden apricots, peach jam, cherries, and white pepper. This huge, massively rich wine contains 200 grams of residual sugar per liter yet is balanced and vinous (unlike some super-sweet, jelly like dessert wines). Oodles of caramelized apricots, spices, and hints of tangy passion fruit can be found in its deep character as well as in its seemingly never ending finish. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel. (205) 980-8802