Gewurztraminer
White wine grape variety
Also known as Traminer Aromatico
Gewurztraminer is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lychee, rose petal, ginger. Structure: Medium(+) body, Medium(−) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Chardonnay and Riesling.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Check aromatic intensity first: Gewurztraminer is often explosive and floral.
- Assess acidity as moderate-to-low for such a perfumed wine.
Confidence signals
- Lychee and rose pairing
- Medium-plus body with modest acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Alsace · Pfalz · Alto Adige · Washington State
- Classic styles: Highly aromatic medium-plus body white · Off-dry perfumed Alsace style
Common questions
Is Gewurztraminer a red or white grape variety?
Gewurztraminer is a white wine grape variety.
What does Gewurztraminer smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Gewurztraminer include lychee, rose petal and ginger. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, Medium(−) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Gewurztraminer?
Documented tells for Gewurztraminer: Check aromatic intensity first: Gewurztraminer is often explosive and floral. and Assess acidity as moderate-to-low for such a perfumed wine..
What is Gewurztraminer most often confused with in blind tasting?
Gewurztraminer is most commonly confused with Chardonnay, Riesling and Chenin Blanc. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Gewurztraminer grown?
Classic regions for Gewurztraminer include Alsace, Pfalz, Alto Adige and Washington State.