Vendanges Tardives

2005 Alsace Gewurztraminer

F.E. Trimbach Vendanges Tardives is a stunning white Gewurztraminer hailing from the esteemed Alsace region, showcasing the rich heritage and skillful winemaking of this area. This vintage from 2005 presents a luxurious experience with a full-bodied character, balanced by a high acidity that brings vibrancy and refreshment. The wine exudes an intense fruitiness, revealing delightful notes of lychee, rose petals, and hints of spice. Its luscious sweetness, classified as off-dry, harmonizes beautifully with the wine's bright structure. The smooth, supple tannins lend an elegant mouthfeel, making this a truly remarkable expression of late-harvest winemaking. Enjoying a glass of this exquisite Gewurztraminer is an invitation to savor the exquisite terroir and craftsmanship of Alsace.

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

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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