2008 Gewurztraminer
The 2008 vintage consists of fruit from four distinct picks harvested from three separate vineyard blocks over the course of one week in early October. As always we start the pick in the early morning so we can begin the winemaking process with cool juice. After two days of tank settling, the aromatic juice lots were racked and cool fermentations were initiated. This slow process, lasting up to four weeks, allows the wine to retain more of the spicy and floral nuances that define the varietal. Aromas of spiced mandarin orange, lychee-nut and honeysuckle greet the nose. Flavors of ripe melon, zesty grapefruit and rose bud follow with an inviting spice character hinting of ginger, green tea and vanilla. On the palate, this floral spice, fruit combination comes alive with a soft entry, full-mid-palate and zesty finish. This wine drinks nicely young but has the structure to support an additional year or two of aging. Delight in the Husch 2008 Gewurztraminer with Asian cuisine, fresh fruit and cheeses, turkey dinner, or on a warm afternoon.
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