Tasting Notes

The Gewürztraminer grape originated from the Traminer grape. It has a complex history that includes its journey from the German-speaking region of Tramin in Italy to Alsace, France, and later to Germany. The grape's name, derived from the German word "Gewürz," meaning spice, reflecting the grape’s aromatic character. Gewürztraminer's versatility allows it to grow in cool and warm climates such as the cool/moderate climate of Alsace France and Germany to the warmer vineyards in the United States and Australia.

🎯 Overall Character - Gewürztraminer is an highly aromatic wine with intense floral notes. The tropical fruit flavours are complemented with honey and spicy notes. It has high alcoholic level with minimal acidity. The finish is long, perfumed and spicy. It is one of the few wines that can stand up to heat, sweetness and bold spices.

🌼 On the Nose (Aromatics) -Gewürztraminer is intensely aromatic wine. It has primary aromas of rose petal, lychee blossom, jasmine and honeysuckle. It has fruit aromas of lychee, passionfruit, mango, peach, apricot, grapefruit and orange peel. It has subtle spice notes of ginger, allspice, and cardamom with hints of mint, lemongrass and exotic tea. Secondary aromas of cream, almond and brioche due to lees aging. As the wine ages, honey, dried rose and candied citrus develop.

🍑 On the Palate - The wine is a medium to full body, often oily or viscous. The acidity is low to medium with a plush, silky texture. Alcohol level relatively high for a white wine. Typically 13.5-15% ABV. Fruit expressions of lychee, rose, grapefruit, peach, and tropical fruits. Spice notes of ginger, clove, cardamom and white pepper also present.

🕰️ Aging Profile - Gewürztraminer wine can typically age 3-5 years for optimal flavour. Off dry or sweeter wines can age 5-15 years and high quality examples from Alsace France can age up to 20 years. As the wine ages, honey, dried rose and candied citrus aromas and flavour develop.