Gewurztraminer Reserve

2007 Alsace Gewurztraminer

The Pierre Sparr Gewurztraminer Reserve from the 2007 vintage is a captivating white wine hailing from the renowned Alsace region of France. This enchanting Gewurztraminer showcases a medium body, balancing its luscious texture with a bright acidity that invigorates the palate. With its pronounced fruit intensity, it delights the senses with aromas and flavors of lychee, rose petal, and exotic spices, making it a hallmark of the varietal. The wine exhibits a lovely dryness that enhances its food-friendly attributes, allowing it to pair beautifully with an array of dishes. Its well-structured profile is complemented by subtle tannins that provide a delightful backbone, making each sip a memorable experience. The Pierre Sparr Gewurztraminer Reserve is a true expression of Alsace, offering an enticing taste of its unique terroir.

Tasting notes:

Lychee

Apricot

Honey

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:

Lobster, Fruit Galette, Lobster Mac and Cheese

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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