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Reserve Personelle

2009 Alsace Gewurztraminer

Domaine Bott Freres Reserve Personelle is a captivating 2009 Gewurztraminer from the Alsace region, known for its exceptional expression of terroir. This white wine showcases a full-bodied character, engaging the palate with its vibrant fullness and complexity. The acidity is bright and refreshing, beautifully balancing the richness of the fruit. On the nose, expect an enticing bouquet of floral notes, exotic spices, and ripe stone fruit, while the palate reveals a pronounced fruit intensity that lingers delightfully. This Gewurztraminer is off-dry, adding to its charm and making it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes, from spicy Asian cuisine to rich, creamy cheeses. Overall, Domaine Bott Freres has crafted a remarkable wine that embodies the best of Alsace's winemaking heritage.

Tasting notes:


Lychee

Lychee

Spices

Spices

Honey

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

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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