20 GEWÜRZTRAMINER

What are Small Lot Wines? They’re stylistic winemaker creations shaped by the growing season, fruit-style qualities, vineyard blocks or simply winemaker inspiration. They’re small production, one-of-a-kind, never to be repeated

TASTING NOTES

This robust and aromatic white wine was made with just a touch of sweetness. It offers fresh citrus, rose petal and ripe melon flavors matched with earthy-mineral hints perfectly suited for spicy and assertive foods. Pair with exotic dishes such as Indian curry, Sichuan spice, Middle Eastern cuisine or grilled root vegetables.

WINEMAKER NOTES

We selectively hand-picked the grapes for this wine and traditionally pressed. It was cold-settled then inoculated with a strain of German yeast known to enhance fruit character. Half the juice was placed in seasoned Acacia barrels and allowed to ferment and age for 8-months to preserve spice, citrus and floral notes. The remaining juice was slow fermented in stainless steel at a very cool temperature to maintain aromatics, fruit character and mineral qualities. The finished wine was blended with a light touch of natural sweetness to enhance flavor and mouthfeel.

AWARDS

TECHNICAL DATA

Vintage: 2020
Appellation: Old Mission Peninsula
Varietal: Gewürztraminer  
Residual Sugar: 1.4° Brix
Alcohol: 12.5%
Winemaker: Bernd Croissant & Kurtis Berry