The sweetness of wonderfully pure, late-harvest Gewurztraminer is balanced by perfect acidity.
Production
The Vendange Tardive classification prohibits acidification and chaptalisation - all of the residual sugar is natural from grapes grown on granite and gravel soils. 'Vendange Tardive', means 'late harvest' and describes the viticulture for this style of wine. The wine is only produced in specific years, when extended periods of dry weather allow the grapes to dry out on the vine, concentrating the delicious citrussy aromas.
Cave de Turckheim Gewurztraminer Vendanges Tardives (50cl) 2022 (6 bottles case)
Vivino ratings
Tasting notes
A nose of Seville orange marmalade, rose and a hint of lemon. Wonderfully rich and weighty on the palate; the rose and orange blossom come through, along with bitter-sweet, candied peel flavours. A lovely lemony acidity, gives excellent balance on the long, fresh finish.
Food match
A genuine Bakewell Tart would be an interesting option ... or any fruit based pies or crumbles. It could also work with rich and spicy foods (not too much chilli!). A Boutinot favourite is chocolate brownie with salted butter!
Info
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ABV
13%
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CASE/BOTTLE SIZE
6 x 50cl
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REGION/COUNTRY
ALSACE, FRANCE
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GRAPE
GEWURZTRAMINER 100%
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FEATURES
VEGETARIAN, VEGAN, SUSTAINABLE, SWEET
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CLOSURE
CORK
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WINEMAKER
MICHEL LIHRMANN
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APPELLATION
ALSACE
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ALLERGEN INFO
CONTAINS SULPHITES AND NO OTHER ALLERGENS
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Meet the producer
Widely regarded as one of the best co-operatives in the world, Cave de Turckheim lies at the mouth of the Munster Valley. Working closely with 180 partners, its vineyards span the full breadth of Alsatian terroir and grape varieties. Cave de Turckheim only produces wine from the grapes of its member growers, it is a récoltant not a négociant.
Substantial investment in the winery has enabled the team to vinify many parcels of grapes separately, offering Michel Lihrmann (senior winemaker for 25 years) the chance to highlight each wine's nuances in his signature dry, yet fruit forward, style.
Committed to producing the highest quality wines, growers are encouraged to keep yields low - for example, Cave de Turckheim voluntarily caps yields for its Grands Crus vineyards at 45hl/ha rather than the permitted 55hl/ha - and to pick the grapes by hand. This is part of a long term and innovative strategy of sustainability that includes developing the largest holdings of organic vineyards in Alsace, using natural alternatives to chemical treatments, and a green overview of all vineyard practices. Alongside some great organic wines, the extensive range runs from the excellent value Tradition wines right through to individual Grand Cru bottlings, plus fantastic Crémants d’Alsace and Vendange Tardive dessert wines.
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