Gustave Lorentz Gewurztraminer Alsace Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergheim 2016

Gustave Lorentz Gewurztraminer Alsace Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergheim 2016

Gustave Lorentz, 0,75 l - 14.50%
100% Traminer Aromatico

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Alsace - France
White organic still aromatic

How to serve

Serve at:

12 - 14°C.

Decanting time:

1 Hour

Longevity:

10 - 15 years

Glass:
Full Bodied and Aged White Wines
Gustave Lorentz Gewurztraminer Alsace Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergheim 2016

Colour

Bright, straw yellow.

Bouquet

Elegant, with delicate aromas of white flowers, ripe yellow fruit and notes of cardamom and honey.

Flavour

The pulp of white peach, toasted hazelnut and hints of spice are evident. It is an opulent wine, complex but at the same time perfectly balanced. Excellent structure and softness, integrated with a taste texture of great intensity.

Pairing

Ideal as an apéritif, with foie gras, aged cheeses and desserts with exotic fruits. Perfect with spicy, sweet, and sour dishes of Thai, Chinese, and Indian cuisine.

Starters
Fish
Shellfish
Cheese
Matured cheese
Poultry
Spicy food

Features

Name Gustave Lorentz Gewurztraminer Alsace Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergheim 2016
Type White organic still aromatic
Classification AOC Alsace Grand Cru
Year 2016
Size 0,75 l Standard
Alcohol content 14.50% by volume
Grape varieties 100% Traminer Aromatico
Country France
Region Alsace
Origin Bergheim.
Soil composition Mineral profile. The geological variety developed in the course of natural phenomena throughout history.
Harvest By hand, at the beginning of October.
Vinification Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks.
Allergens Contains sulphites
Pairing Ideal as an apéritif, with foie gras, aged cheeses and desserts with exotic fruits. Perfect with spicy, sweet, and sour dishes of Thai, Chinese, and Indian cuisine.

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Vintage

James Suckling
93/100 
2016
xtraWine
91/100 
2016
Robert Parker
90/100 
2011
Vinous
89/100 
2008
Hachette
 
2 stars - Premium wine 2006
Wine Spectator
89/100 
2006
Gustave Lorentz
From this winery:

In the Alsace region, more precisely in the village of Bergheim, the Lorentz family has been dedicated to wine production for 250 years. "You cannot produce wine if you don't put your whole heart into it." This is the motto that exalts the passion of...

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