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Lucious Libations – The Spicy Wines of Alsace

Gewurztraminer (pronounced guh-VOORTS-truh-MEE-nur)

Gewurztraminer is one of the most aromatic wines on the market today – it’s delicious and exudes the complex aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, rose and ginger.  While the name is German, the French make the best Gewurztraminer in the world.  The cooler climate in Alsace makes for the perfect ratio of ripeness and acidity  – although the Gewurztraminer grapes must be cared for carefully and picked at just the right time.

Like many wines, Gewurztraminer is produced Dry-very sweet.

Gewurztraminer is spicy, and is best paired with spicy dishes such as curry, Mexican, Thai.  Remarkably, Gewurztraminer takes on the flavor of other Alsatian whites – in that it can be paired with Steak.  Try the ice wine as a accompaniment to dessert.

Gewurztraminer is affordable – costing only between $8-$25.00 per bottle.  Luckily you can find a great Gewurztraminer all along the scale.  Be forewarned, Gewurztraminer is difficult to grow, so the quality of the winery is paramount.  Here are some recommendations from good growers…

Other whites made in Alsace

Riesling

Pinot Gris - not to be compared to the Italian non-counterpart, Pinot Grigio

Pinot Blanc

Sylvaner

Cremant d’Alsace (sparkling wine)

Happy planning!

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7 Responses to “Lucious Libations – The Spicy Wines of Alsace”

  1. Virginia Williams says:
    March 10, 2010 at 10:29 am

    Once again you have ticked my “need to taste”. I have not had gur—(I can’t spell it, but will learn) in many years. Now, with your recommendations, I must find a dry version along with a riesling,

    Thanks again.

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