Les Elements

2012 Alsace Gewurztraminer

Domaine Bott Geyl Les Éléments Gewurztraminer from the 2012 vintage is a stunning white wine that beautifully embodies the terroir of Alsace. This wine possesses a full body and high acidity, bringing a bright character that invigorates the palate. With its prominent fruit intensity, it showcases luscious notes of lychee, rose petals, and spices, creating an aromatic experience that is both inviting and complex. Its minerality adds depth to the wine's profile, while a dry finish keeps it refreshing and lively, making it an excellent companion for a variety of culinary delights. The seamless integration of these elements reflects the meticulous craftsmanship behind this exceptional wine, earning its place as a standout selection from this renowned region.

Tasting notes:

Lychee

Honey

Baking Spice

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:

Pasta with Cream-Based Sauce, Creamy Pasta, Chicken Alfredo Pasta

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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