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Gewürztraminer

Aromatic, rich white

Gewürztraminer: taste & food pairing

Say it: geh-VURTS-trah-mee-ner · Also called Gewürz

Lychee, rose and ginger: the most perfumed white wine there is. Low acid and often off-dry, it’s superb with curry and aromatic Asian food.

BodyLightFull
SweetnessDrySweet
AciditySoftCrisp
TanninSmoothGrippy
AlcoholLowHigh
Tastes likelychee, rose petal, ginger, grapefruit, sweet spice
Alcohol12.5-14%
Serve at45-50°F (7-10°C)
GlassWhite wine glass
Decant?No
What to payFrom $14

Gewürztraminer (“spice traminer”) is unmistakable: one sniff gives lychee, rose petal and ginger. It’s rich and oily with low acidity and often a touch of sweetness. Alsace makes the classic versions.

Best food with Gewürztraminer

Spicy & AsianIndian curry Riesling · Gewürztraminer · Viognier Spicy & AsianThai food Riesling · Sauvignon Blanc · Gewürztraminer Spicy & AsianChinese food Riesling · Pinot Noir · Chenin Blanc Spicy & AsianSpicy food Riesling · Gewürztraminer · Moscato CheeseBlue cheese Port · Sauternes & dessert whites · Riesling PoultryThanksgiving turkey Pinot Noir · Gamay (Beaujolais) · Riesling

How it tastes

Lychee, rose petal, ginger, grapefruit pith and sweet spice. Full-bodied and soft.

Food it loves

Indian curries, Thai and Vietnamese dishes, Moroccan tagine and strong, washed-rind cheeses like Munster. It also stands up to a heavily spiced Thanksgiving table.

Buying tips

Alsace producers often show sweetness levels on the back label. For a drier, crisper style, try Alto Adige.

Where it’s grown

Alsace Germany Alto Adige Oregon Washington

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