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2009 White Label Gewurztraminer |
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Tasting Note Although its name is German, this wine has its roots in Northern Italy. Until the 16th century, the Traminer grape was widely grown in Italy's Tyrolean Alps, which is near the village of Tramin, located in the Alto Adige region. This explains the second part of the wine's name. The prefix, Gewürz, has the popular translation "spicy," although some argue it could also mean "perfumed." Today the most prominent style comes from the Alsace region of France. Light green in colour, the 2009 vintage displays floral aromas of roses and gardenias, with the fruit characters of lychee, peaches and mangos. The palate is rich with a silky mouth feel, dominated by honeyed mandarin, peaches and rose water flavours that continue strongly, leading to a spicy, nutmeg and clove finish. A perfect complement to spicy Indian and Asian dishes. Accolades 5 Stars Cuisine, 2010 Gold - Air NZ Wine Awards, 2009 << Return to 'Our Wines' |
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