Domaine Weinbach Gewürztraminer Cuvée Théo 2022
Domaine Weinbach
Cuvée Théo honors the late Théo Faller who shaped modern Domaine Weinbach, and it embodies his philosophy: let the terroir speak, but give it time to gather its voice. This is Gewürztraminer without the caricature — aromatic power held in check by the Clos des Capucins' exceptional soils. It demonstrates that the grape's expressiveness, when grown with discipline, is a virtue rather than a flaw.
Nose
Intense rose petal and lychee open immediately, followed by honey-soaked citrus and a hint of ginger spice. An underlying minerality keeps the floral exuberance grounded.
Palate
Rich and textured, with melon and tropical pineapple notes meeting a honeyed mid-palate. Despite the generous fruit, the wine carries a fine green thread of acidity and a mineral backbone that prevents any sense of heaviness. A touch of marzipan emerges on the back palate.
Finish
Persistent and aromatic, with rose, honey, and citrus lingering elegantly.
- Varietal
- Gewürztraminer
- Blend
- 100% Gewürztraminer
- Vineyards
- Clos des Capucins, Kaysersberg, Alsace
- Alcohol
- 14%
- Organic / Biodynamic
- No
- Skin Contact
- No
Food Pairing
Munster cheese with cumin bread and fresh walnuts
Produced by Catherine Faller and her daughters from the legendary Clos des Capucins vineyard at the foot of the Schlossberg Grand Cru in Kaysersberg, Domaine Weinbach has been farmed biodynamically since 1998 on soils originally tended by Capuchin monks since 1612.
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