Malat Gewürztraminer Orange 2016

Winemaker/Producer: Michael Malat (9th Generation winemaker)

Region: Kremstal, Austria

Grape: Gewürztraminer

Soil: conglomerate, löss

Viticulture: Vineyards are worked by hand with organic and sustainable practices

Winemaking: Fermented on the skins for 11 days in stainless steel, settled in 2,000L used wood barrels

Tasting Notes:

For Fun: Gewürztraminer, originally from Italy, is the most aromatic of the Traminer family. “Gewürz” translates as “spice,” or “perfume.” Demanding in the vineyard, and typically producing low yields, Gewürztraminer occupies a small niche in Austrian plantings. While this variety is generally vinified into off-dry, low-acidity wines, Michael Malat has taken a different approach, exploring the potential of a skin-contact Gewürztraminer. - Gewürztraminer Orange

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