Grand Cru Eichberg

2018 Alsace Gewurztraminer

Bruno Schueller Grand Cru Eichberg is a fascinating white wine from the esteemed Alsace region, showcasing the distinct character of the Gewurztraminer varietal. With its vivid golden hue, this 2018 vintage offers an aromatic explosion that includes notes of lychee, rose petals, and exotic spices. The wine's body is full, providing a luxurious mouthfeel that coats the palate delightfully. Its acidity is bright and lively, perfectly balancing the rich fruit intensity that bursts forth with each sip. With a subtle sweetness, it remains on the drier side, making it an excellent food-friendly option. The tannins are delicate, allowing the expressive fruit and floral notes to shine harmoniously, making this a memorable choice for any occasion.

Tasting notes:

Lychee

Tropical Fruit

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:

Brie, Thai, Chicken Tikka Masala

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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