Weinbach Gewurztraminer, Altenbourg

Hand-picked at optimum maturity to reinforce the aromatic expression and body of the wines. Gently pressed in whole clusters in pneumatic presses, fermentation with indigenous yeasts; creating a complex nose of honeysuckle, quince and nutmeg with a touch of smokiness. A voluptuous and creamy attack which evolves towards notes of candied orange, rose petals, and the spiciness of green anise. The acidity and the minerality provide an elegant backbone and keep the wine very fresh from the beginning to the end.

Winery: Domaine Weinbach
Appellation: Alsace
Average age of vines: N/A
Farming Methods: Organic and Biodynamic (certified by Ecocert & Demeter)
Maturation: 10 months in large and old oak vats (neutral oak)
Soil: Marl-limestone-sandstone
Varietal: Gewurztraminer
Vineyard Orientation: 220 and 300 m, gentle slope, just below the boundary of the Grand Cru Furstentum
Vineyard Size: N/A

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Weinbach Gewurztraminer, Altenbourg 2022	97 James Suckling Here is a radical reinterpretation of gewurz that is stunningly fresh and vital, but also has the richness and creaminess of the grape on the front and mid-palates. And as it opens up in the glass, the exotic fruit aromas unfurl and rose petals cascade. Then comes the astonishingly elegant and focused finish. Is it dry or is it sweet? Who cares? The main thing is that this is a wine for savory dishes. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.	Bottle Image Label Image Shelf Talker Tech Sheet