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Gewurztraminer

2008 Alsace Gewurztraminer

Domaine Riefle Gewurztraminer, a delightful white wine from the renowned Alsace region, captivates with its enchanting aromas and rich flavors. This vintage exudes a vibrant profile marked by pronounced floral notes intertwined with exotic spices, showcasing the expressive character of the Gewurztraminer varietal. On the palate, it exhibits a medium body complemented by refreshing acidity, creating a well-balanced experience that dances gracefully across the tongue. The fruit intensity is prominent, bringing to life ripe lychee and juicy pear, while hints of ginger add a tantalizing twist. This wine's off-dry profile perfectly enhances its lush fruit flavors, making it an ideal companion for spicy cuisine or a sumptuous cheese platter. The overall impression is one of elegance and approachability, inviting you to indulge in every sip.

Tasting notes:


Lychee

Lychee

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Medium Sweet

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Low

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Duck Confit, Lobster Mac and Cheese, Asian Chicken Salad

Region:


Alsace

Lying on the border of France and Germany between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River, Alsace is unique among French wine regions. Ninety percent of all its wines are white, and they are labeled by variety rather than appellation. The region's production is evenly split between aromatic dry Riesling full of citrus and peach notes, spicy Gewürztraminer with characteristic rose and lychee flavors, full-bodied Pinot Gris with a hint of honey and intense Muscat that tastes of orange blossom. Most of these are labeled AOC Alsace, but there is also a small amount of Grand Cru wine from 51 specially designated vineyards. In this region, you will also find Crémant de Alsace, a wallet-friendly sparkling wine usually made from Pinot Blanc. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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