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Gewurztraminer
Superb, powerful wines
Gewurztraminer is an aromatic variety of an old Alsatian grape known as Traminer. Its name comes from the German word "gewurz", meaning "spicy".
Cultivated mainly on hillsides, Gewurztraminer is an early grape variety with a low yield. It is classed as a "noble grape variety" of Alsace wines, along with Riesling, Pinot Gris and Muscat. It generally has a high alcohol content, sometimes up to 14% vol. and more, combined with relatively low acidity.
One of the most aromatic and distinctive white wines, it produces superb, powerful, full-bodied and robust wines with notes of spices, exotic fruits or roses, sometimes with hints of leather, smoke or liquorice.
Gewurztraminer is a grape variety that is mainly found in Alsace
The particularly aromatic Gewurztraminer grape variety was introduced to Alsace in the mid-16th century. In France, this grape variety is mainly cultivated in Alsace, where it accounts for just over 20% of the vineyards. Gewurztraminer has had the Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC) label since 1962.
Drawing strength from the land
Gewurztraminer is a grape variety that produces very good sweet and syrupy Alsace wines. It excels in the exceptional terroirs of the Grands Crus, which bring out its directness and very strong personality. It thus produces many high-quality Grands Crus and Vendanges Tardives.
Gewurztraminer food and wine pairing
With its aromatic richness, power and full-bodied character, Gewurztraminer is the perfect match for dishes with strong flavors. Exotic, spicy and hot cuisine is the ideal ally for this full-bodied wine.
From the aperitif to the dessert, it will accompany the most daring recipes. Dishes with flavors from the world, Asia, the Orient or Mexico will be enhanced by a good glass of Gewurztraminer. This wine also goes very well with "strong-tasting" cheeses such as Munster, or desserts with hints of apricot, pineapple or caramel!
Serve chilled between 8 and 10°C.
