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Vendages Tardives

2019 Alsace Gewurztraminer

Francois Baur's Vendages Tardives is a stunning Gewurztraminer from the renowned Alsace region, showcasing the elegance and complexity that late harvest wines are celebrated for. This white wine delights the senses with a full-bodied mouthfeel, coupled with a bright acidity that invigorates. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering luscious notes of tropical fruits, lychee, and hints of rose petals that tantalize the palate. Sweetness dances gracefully on the tongue while maintaining a wonderfully refreshing profile. It presents a delightful experience for those who appreciate aromatic whites, making it a perfect companion for rich dishes or as a standout dessert wine. The 2019 vintage is sure to captivate, embodying the essence of its terroir and the craftsmanship behind its creation.

Tasting notes:

Lychee, Honey, Baking Spice

Lychee

Honey

Baking Spice

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:

Duck Breast, Black Cherry Glazed Duck, Indian and Thai Curry

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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