The Gewurztraminer from Domaine Sophie Schaal Winery
The Gewurztraminer from Domaine Sophie Schaal is an aromatic and complex white wine. The winery is located in Hunawihr, Alsace. Sophie Schaal and her husband Julien founded the winery, respecting nature and terroir. They use organic farming practices to enhance the purity of the grapes.
The label of Domaine Sophie Schaal’s Gewurztraminer features a gold-foil circle, reflecting the wine’s sparkling, radiant, and inviting hue, symbolizing the complexity, depth, and multi-dimensional character achieved through careful aging on the lees.
Uncorking a bottle of Gewurztraminer from Domaine Sophie Schaal transforms any occasion into an unforgettable tasting experience, where the fusion of sweet and spicy flavors reveals its divine complexity.
The Winemaking
The Gewurztraminer from Domaine Sophie Schaal is crafted with meticulous attention to the winemaking process to preserve the “sense of place.” The grapes, grown on predominantly limestone soils that offer excellent drainage and a rich reserve of minerals, are hand-harvested and pressed whole-cluster. The juice undergoes a long and gentle pressing, followed by static settling. Fermentation occurs slowly at low temperatures, lasting up to three months, followed by further aging for several months in the cellar. This production method allows the wine to maintain its aromatic complexity and freshness.
Tasting the wine
Visually, the Gewurztraminer presents a brilliant golden hue, heralding its lively and luxurious character. On the nose, delicate exotic notes of lychee and ripe tropical fruits intertwine with spices like ginger and cardamom. On the palate, the wine offers complex flavors of juicy pineapple, mango, and passion fruit, balanced by a refreshing acidity that invigorates the senses, culminating in a velvety texture and a lingering, satisfying finish.
Food Pairings
This Gewurztraminer pairs perfectly with Asian cuisine, particularly spicy Thai curry, where aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk harmoniously blend with the wine’s fruity and floral notes. Additionally, a cheese platter featuring medium-aged and creamy cheeses like Brie enhances the wine’s aromatic complexity and silky texture.
THE WINERY
Sophie Schaal is a captivating figure in the wine landscape, known for her passion and dedication to creating distinctive and high-quality wines. Located in the heart of Alsace, France, and surrounded by vineyards that benefit from an ideal microclimate for growing superior quality grapes, Sophie Schaal’s winery represents a perfect balance between tradition and modernity….. keep reading
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