The first is thing to know about Gewürztraminer is how to pronounce it: “Guh-verts-tra-mee-ner”. The name itself is a combination of “traminer” which is the name of the grape said to have been first found in Italy”s Tyrollean Alps, near the village of Tramin, and “gewurtz”, a German term for “spicy” or “perfumed”.  Today, the grapes grow well in many cooler climates such as Germany, northern France and Austria.  Although most of the wines are quite sweet due to the grapes being high in natural sugars, it’s possible to find dry options as well. Most varieties are full-bodied slightly spicy, and highly aromatic with strong floral (rose and lychee) and fruit notes.

Pairs well with: Spicy foods, munster cheese, smoked meats, sauerkraut, or can be served on its own as a dessert wine.

Gewürztraminer – Don’t Be Afraid to Try It!

Gewürztraminer - don't know how to pronounce this? Is that keeping you from trying/buying? Well, we didn't really know how to say it correctly either, but our friend and wine expert Jo-Ann Ross happens to know TWO pronunciations...and quite a bit more about this varietal... Check out this segment and the next time you see Gewürztraminer on the menu, you'll be glad you know something about it (particularly when in an Indian restaurant as you'll soon find out...)