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2016 Elena Walch Kastelaz Gewurztraminer

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February 5, 2023 - $24

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RATINGS

93The Wine Advocate

...phenomenal wine with the richness and the textural density that is so distinctively crafted... The bouquet is fragrant and bright with an outstanding level of balanced intensity. White flowers, orange blossom, tangerine and sweet honey peel off the top. There is a pleasing vein of mineral dryness that brings the wine back to center.

91Wine Spectator

...zesty white, powerful for the dry and racy frame, yet finely knit and well-balanced. Offers a silky palate of melon, blood orange granita and honeycomb flavors, with a lasting finish of minerally smoke and spice.

91James Suckling

...dense and flavorful white with almond, dried apricot and mango character. Full body, plenty of fruit and a slightly oily finish. Big and rich.

90Vinous / IWC

Wildly intense lychee notes mingle with rose petal and grapefruit on the expressive nose. Suave and dense with strongly spice, orchard fruit flavors. Finishes with a hint of alcohol-derived heat and a resiny mouthfeel.

16.5Jancis Robinson

Pure rose petals... Very pretty, very delicate in flavour... Floral with silky fruit, almost dripping with muscat-like honey. Hint of candy floss. Gewurz at its best without oiliness.

TYPE

White Wine, Gewürztraminer

This grape grows in cooler climates and reaches its finest expression in Alsace, where it is the second most commonly planted variety. It is boldly aromatic and has a distinct bouquet of lychees. The grape be used to make dry, off dry and sweet wines, including ice wine.