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Schieferkopf: fine wines from the Rhine basin, in Alsace and in Germany. Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Silvaner… the most authentic
expression of the grape varieties and terroirs. Seven revelations, including three Alsace Riesling AOC single vineyard selections
and wines from the German wine regions of Baden, Franken and Pfalz.

Grape variety
Gewurztraminer (written Gewürztraminer in German).

Terroir
Soil and limestone subsoil. A hot, dry and sunny semi-continental climate.

Vinification
Skin contact for around 12 hours, followed by 4 hours of gentle pressing.
Settling, followed by low temperature fermentation (17-19°C) over several weeks.

Maturing
In stainless steel vat on fine lees for 3 months.

Tasting

Colour: light yellow, green tints.
Nose: intense notes, a blend of fruit (lychee) and rose, with some lighter notes of citrus (lemon, grapefruit).
Palate: sharp and dry wine. Nice balance of acidity, aromas of lychees and citrus.

This Alsatian grape variety has been highly successful in Germany in recent years. Its spicy character will be best appreciated with cheeses or a meat curry.