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Henri Martischang Cuvée Spéciale

2012 Alsace Gewurztraminer

Domaine Du Mittelburg Henri Martischang Cuvée Spéciale Gewurztraminer from the esteemed Alsace region is a captivating white wine that showcases the luscious character of this varietal with grace and elegance. The vintage of 2012 has yielded a wine that is medium-bodied with a bright acidity, providing delightful freshness that perfectly balances its qualities. The fruit intensity is prominent, presenting an array of exotic aromas like lychee and rose petals, while additional notes of spice add depth and complexity. This Gewurztraminer exhibits a lovely dryness that enhances its vibrant profile, making it a wonderful companion for a variety of dishes. Overall, this wine exemplifies the beauty and uniqueness of Alsace, delivering a memorable tasting experience.

Tasting notes:


Lychee, Honeysuckle, Tropical Fruit

Lychee

Lychee

Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle

Tropical Fruit

Tropical Fruit

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Color Intensity Color Intensity 3

Low High

Sweetness Medium Sweet

Bone Dry Sweet

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 3

Low High

Tannin Low

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Desserts, Creamy Cheeses, Fruit Salad

Region:


Alsace
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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