Lafóa Gewürztraminer Reserve

Description

Intense straw yellow in colour, it has a fresh and fine bouquet reminiscent of yellow roses and nutmeg and with hints of cloves and cinnamon; full-bodied, spicy and a lively acidity on the palate.

Aging potential: 6-8 years.

Gewürztraminer vine , high-density espalier training, approximately 5,500 plants per ha.
Pairing
Suitable as an aperitif and ideal with grilled fish, shellfish, blue cheeses and Asian cuisine.

Serving temperature: 10-12° C.

Analytical values

Alcohol: 15% Vol
Acidity: 5.0 g/l
Dry extract: 21.5 g/l
Residual sugars: 6.3 g/

Winemaking
Brief cold maceration of the destemmed grapes, soft pressing and fermentation at 18° C in steel. Aging for 12 months on the yeasts and subsequent maturation for 6 months in the bottle.

Area
Selected vineyards at an altitude of approximately 450 – 550 m above sea level; gravelly, sandy, medium-textured soil with calcareous deposits.