Reviews & Ratings

2008 Weinbach Gewurztraminer "Altenbourg"

Winery: Weinbach

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Altenbourg"

Wine Category: Gewurztraminer

Grape blend: 100% Gewurztraminer

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Alsace

State or country: France

Price: $49

Cases produced: 140

KWG Score: 91 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: April 12, 2011

Wine Review: This light yellow colored Gewurztraminer opens with a fragrant apricot bouquet with a hint of pineapple. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, rich, viscous, and moderately sweet. The flavor profile is a very tasty ripe apricot with a touch of peach and orange in the aftertaste. The finish is semi-sweet and its fruit flavors linger slightly. This wine would pair well with an assortment of sharp cheeses. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: 42 grams of residual sugar. The varietal nose of rose petals. Thick and oily; very spicy, burnt sugar cinnamon toast, almond extract and cashew nuts. A bit bitter, very typical for the varietal. A silky, creamy finish with baby sweet and sour fruit.

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