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Gewürztraminer

2011 Columbia Valley Gewurztraminer

The Cairdeas Winery Gewürztraminer from the 2011 vintage is a charming white wine hailing from the beautiful Columbia Valley. This delightful varietal showcases a light-bodied profile that is both refreshing and easy to enjoy. The acidity is bright and mouthwatering, making it a wonderful companion to a variety of dishes. Its fruit intensity is pronounced, bursting with aromas and flavors of lychee and stone fruit that fill the glass and entice the palate. With a dry finish, this Gewürztraminer is perfect for those seeking a wine that balances aromatic complexity with a clean crispness, making it an excellent choice for warm gatherings or leisurely afternoons.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Honey

Honey

Lychee

Lychee

Pairs well with:


Spicy Thai Curry, Creamy Cheeses, Chicken Tikka Masala

Region:


Columbia Valley
Columbia Valley

Sheltered by the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountains, Columbia Valley is home to the majority of Washington's vineyards. Cool nights keep zippy acidity in the grapes, while long daylight hours give the fruit plenty of chance to ripen. This results in full-bodied Merlot, elegant Cabernet Sauvignon and deeply concentrated Syrah. White wines are just as tantalizing, with toasty oak-touched Chardonnay and ripe stone fruit-flavored Riesling taking the spotlight. Sub-AVAs to look out for are Yakima Valley and Walla Walla. The Columbia Valley is one of the only appellations in the United States to occupy vineyards in two states, as it crosses the Oregon border in the southern part of the valley.

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