CuvéeAlsaceWhiteSweet

Gewurztraminer Vendanges Tardives

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Gewurztraminer

About this wine

A late-harvest (Vendanges Tardives) sweet wine made from overripe Gewurztraminer grapes picked well after the classic harvest. Deep straw yellow with a fine, floral nose and considerable amplitude in the mouth, showing sweet spice and yellow-fruit notes with freshness that keeps the sugar in check.

Beginner's Note

A gentle way to try Alsace's dessert-wine tradition without the intensity of a full Sélection de Grains Nobles.

Sommelier's Note

"Late-harvest Gewurztraminer at its most expressive — spice and honeyed fruit with just enough freshness to avoid feeling heavy."

Food Pairings

Pairs with sweet-and-sour Asian cuisine, foie gras, honeyed turkey, grouse or duck breast, and grilled, baked, or fritter-style fruit desserts.

When to drink it

Dessert course, foie gras starter, special celebrations

Specs

Grape Varieties
Gewurztraminer
Style
White, Sweet
Alcohol
12%
Price Range
$30-45

Terroir & Winemaking

Alcohol around 12-12.5% vol depending on vintage, with grapes harvested at high ripeness for concentrated sweetness. Aging potential of roughly 3-15 years; best served at 8-10°C.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'Vendanges Tardives' mean?
It means 'late harvest' — grapes are picked well after the normal harvest date at higher ripeness, producing a naturally sweet wine, one step below the more concentrated Sélection de Grains Nobles category.
How should it be served?
Serve chilled at 8-10°C, ideally with dessert, foie gras, or dishes that balance sweet and savory.
How does it differ from Sélection de Grains Nobles?
Vendanges Tardives is a step below Sélection de Grains Nobles in concentration and sweetness; SGN requires botrytis-affected or extremely overripe grapes and is typically richer and more expensive.

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