Gewurztraminer, Viognier And Albarino

Question 1

Gewurtztraminer

Answer 1

Aromatic variety that cross best in cool to moderate climates. Powerfully scented wines that range from dry to sweet.
High levels of sugar during ripening. Dry wines will have a high alcohol.
Typically full bodied with low to medium acidity.
Pronounced floral aromas (rose) as well as stone fruit (peach, apricot) and tropical fruit (lychee)
Unoaked to preserve floral aromas.
Can develop honey and dried fruit in bottle

Question 2

Gewurtztraminer regions

Answer 2

Alsace AOC

Question 3

Viognier

Answer 3

Aromatic variety grown in moderate climate. Typically dry with low to medium acidity, high alcohol and a medium to full body.
Pronounced floaral aromas (blossom? And stone fruit flavours (peach, apricot).
Sometimes oak aged

Question 4

Viognier regions

Answer 4

Condrieu AOC an appellation in northern France’s Rhône.

Question 5

Albariño

Answer 5

White grape grown in cool climates of Rías Bixas DO
High acidity, dry, it is medium bodied with flavours of citrus (lemon, grapefruit) and stone fruit (peach, apricot)
Unoaked and untended to be drunk young