Frères Engel Gewurztraminer Alsace 2024 (demi-sec)
Frères Engel Gewurztraminer Alsace 2024 (demi-sec)
Price: 12,00€
DESCRIPTION
This Gewurztraminer is the pure expression of the Praelatenberg hillside, where all the estate's plots of this grape variety are planted. On this sandy and stony gneiss soil with a South/South-East exposure, the 40-year-old vines benefit from rapid maturity while conserving the mineral freshness of the subsoil. The 2024 vintage, humid and fresh, allowed for the obtaining of aromatic wines without heaviness.
The estate applies rigorous biodynamic viticulture (Demeter certified). After manual harvesting, the grapes are pressed for 8 hours. The wine is then aged on fine lees in stainless steel tanks for 12 months, a method that allows its natural richness to be harmonized with its structure.
Upon tasting, the golden color announces an exceptional aromatic power: rose, acacia, lychee, quince, and sweet spices like curry. On the palate, the attack is creamy and soft (14.3 g/l of sugar), but the balance is masterful thanks to a finish rooted in freshness. A wine of pleasure, perfect for the aperitif or strong cheeses.
REGION
Alsace
France
Alsace is a wine region in northeast France with strong French and German influences. It stands apart from other French regions thanks to its significant production of Riesling and Gewürztraminer, often associated with German wines. If you love white wine, you have very likely tasted wines from Alsace. The Alsace vineyard is a leading producer of white wines thanks to its dry climate, but climate change points to more Pinot Noir being grown in the region.
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A Gewurztraminer as we love them: very fragrant with the rose and lychee clearly present. It is round and indulgent but without being too sweet. Delicious!