Gewurztraminer

Question 1

Characteristics of Gewurztraminer

Answer 1

• aromatic variety
• cool climate
• powerful scented wines
• dry to sweet
• high levels of sugar during ripening
• dry wine = high in alcohol
• full body with low to medium acidity
• floral aromas (rose), stone fruit (peach, apricot), tropical fruit (lychee)
• typically unoaked to perserve the floral aromas
• can develop honey or dried fruit in the bottle

Question 2

Regions of Gewurztraminer

Answer 2

Alsace AOC: Highest quality grand cru region next to Pinot Gris and Riesling