Technical Specifications

Alcohol 11.9%
Residual Sugar 102 g/L
pH 3.87
Total Acidity 5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 160 kcal / glass
150ml glass160 kcal
750ml bottle800 kcal
Grape Varieties Gewurztraminer
Gewurztraminer100%
Drinking Window 20 years or more
Classification Alsace AOC
Region Alsace
Soil Argilo-calcaire over deep limestone base
Orientation South
Vineyard Yield 18 hL/ha
Estate Grown Yes
Sites Grand Cru Osterberg in Ribeauvillé and the Muelforst vineyard in Hunawihr; the Muelforst component is identified as 40-year-old vines
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel
Pressing Method Pneumatic Presses
Botrytis Affected Yes
Vegan Yes
Vegetarian Yes
Closure Cork
Production Details Made from grapes affected by noble rot (botrytis cinerea), fermented in stainless steel, no malolactic fermentation, bottled at estate following spring.
Tasting Notes Deep golden color; passion fruit, mango, papaya, honey and noble-rot spice; concentrated, liquid-gold texture balanced by lively acidity and an ethereal quality
Food Pairing Aperitif; foie gras; rich sauces; veal; poultry with cream and mushrooms; spicy cuisine, including Peking duck or Indian curry; strong cheeses; fruit desserts
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Producer Information

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Address
15 Route de Bergheim, 68150 Ribeauvillé, France
Phone
+33 (0)3 89 73 60 30
Owner
Trimbach Family (12th-13th generations)
Cellarmaster
Pierre Trimbach (Winemaker)

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