Wine Trimbach, Gewurztraminer AOC, 2011

"Gewurztraminer" from farm Trimbach - expressive, beautifully balanced wine with a very attractive aroma, which shows classical restraint, without losing the exotic spices and specific to the class. The grapes for this wine are harvested from vineyards around the village of Ribeauvillé. Limestone interspersed with rocky soil produces juicy, well-structured wine. The berries are fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature. Exposure is performed in steel containers at temperature control. Wine storage capacity of up to 5 years.

Traminer - a very rare grape variety, he was introduced to Alsace in the early XVI century. The earliest mention of the production of wine from this variety are in 1511. The first clones were derived already in 1870, and since that time winemakers in Alsace call this variety "Gewürztraminer", which means "sharp" Traminer. Wines made from it - rich, balanced and very fragrant. Depending on the vintage, the leading flavors in wines Gewurztraminer are notes of lychee, rose, geranium and ginger.

Trimbach - the most prestigious wine producer in Alsace. This farm has existed since 1626. Today the family business run by Hubert and Bernard Trimbach, actively participate in the affairs of the younger members of the family, Jean and Pierre. The main objective of winemakers believe preservation respectable image of the family business. In addition, the brothers want to raise the wine of Alsace on a hitherto unknown level. I must say that while they do an excellent job with their work - wine Trimbach often called the best of the best.