About this wine
A 100% Gewürztraminer from the Grand Cru Sporen vineyard, showing the variety's classic intense golden-yellow color with a rich bouquet of flowers, spice, and exotic fruit such as lychee and passion fruit. The palate is full-bodied and well-structured, with spicy notes of cinnamon and five-spice alongside apple pie and peach.
A more intense, structured take on Gewürztraminer than entry-level bottlings — best approached once you already enjoy the variety.
Sommelier's Note
"Sporen is one of the Grand Cru sites most associated with powerful, opulent Gewürztraminer — this bottling delivers exactly that intensity, making it a benchmark for the variety at its most expressive."
Food Pairings
A strong match for foie gras, Munster cheese, and spiced or aromatic Asian dishes.
When to drink it
Fine dining, foie gras courses, special celebratory dinners.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Gewürztraminer
- Style
- White
- Price Range
- ¥2,800-3,600 (estimated reference range for Alsace Grand Cru Gewürztraminer; comparable to sibling Grand Cru bottlings around $18)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Gewürztraminer; grown on the Sporen Grand Cru site; typically full-bodied with a touch of residual sweetness balancing its intense aromatics.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is special about the Sporen Grand Cru site?
- Sporen is an Alsace Grand Cru vineyard particularly known for producing powerful, aromatically intense Gewürztraminer.
- What does this wine taste like?
- It has an intense golden-yellow color with aromas of flowers, spice, lychee, and passion fruit, and a full-bodied, spicy palate.
- What food pairs well with it?
- Foie gras, Munster cheese, and spiced Asian dishes are classic pairings.
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