Gewurztraminer

Gewurztraminer (Geh VIRTS Trah MEE Ner) literally translates into "spicy grape". This opulent white variety is irresistibly perfumed and filled with loads of exotic, spicy fruit flavors, including lychee nuts, citrus and peach. Gewurztraminer is most known for the astonishing wines it produces in Alsace. These wines range from the crisp, fruity and dry style to the lavish, honeyed sweet styles found in the Vendange Tardive or late harvest wines. California and Washington State also produce excellent examples of Gewurztraminer, ranging from the semi-sweet to sweet style. Gewurztraminer is excellent with spicy food, Asian cuisine or your Thanksgiving feast.