Definition: A white grape grown predominantly in France, Germany, the U.S., Australia and New Zealand, where the climate leans to the cooler side and the flavors have an opportunity to concentrate.
Flavor Profile:
Gewurztraminer can be made in dry or sweet varieties and are generally best if enjoyed sooner rather than later post-bottling. Flavors qualities include: honey, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, apricot, pear, and rose.
Food Pairings
These wines tend to pair well with Asian dishes or zesty-flavored fare like BBQ or chicken wings. The flavor and aromas often include rose, pear, citrus, spice and mineral.
Key Producers
Edmeades
Columbia-Crest
Chateau Ste. Michelle
Trimbach
Domaines Schlumberger
Albert Mann
Avery Lane
J. Hofstatter
Pronunciation: ga-VERTZ-trah-mee-ner
Also Known As: Traminer, Tramini, Rousselet, Gewurtz or Gavurtz
Common Misspellings: Gavurtztraminer Gewurtztraminer
