Gewurztraminer Flashcards
What do the Gewurtz berries look like?
Red, white, bluish
What kind of growing season for G?
Long ripening season early bud early flower needed except if in warm climates
What is the sugar, acid, fruit and alcohol of G?
High sugar, low acid, very aromatic(fruit), med alcohol
What drops quickly when ripening?
Acid, making it high sugar
What is G susceptible to?
Coulure, Rot, Powdery Mildew, Frost
What soil does G like?
Well drained loam
What is different about G fermentation?
It is cool fermented to preserve aromatics
Where it G originate?
In a village called Tramin in Alto Adige (N Italy)
What is G susceptible to in the winery and how do they prevent this?
Oxidation- to preserve natural aromatics it is COOL FERMENTED
What are some distinct aromas of G?
Lychee, ginger, cinnamon, rose petal, hairspray, lanolin
What color are G berries?
Pink
What climate does G like?
COOL CLIMATE
