2011 Elena Walch Gewurztraminer Kastelaz

100% Gewurztraminer, grown exclusively in the Kastelaz site above Tramin, where the variety originated, at an altitude of 300 metres above sea level. Vines are planted on a very steep slope with narrow terraces, trained on the guyot trellising system at a density of 7000 plants per hectare. The soils are a mixture of chalk and clay and the vineyard has been a classic Gewürztraminer site for generations.

Very carefully selected, fully ripe grapes were selected, picked in two harvests. Before pressing the crushed berries are cold macerated for 6 hours, after which the juice is clarified by refrigeration and natural sedimentation. Fermentation is activated using selected yeasts and the temperature is controlled at 20°C. The young wine remains on its lees for several months.

Full, deep golden yellow. Intense bouquet of spicy rose petals and exotic fruits, reminiscent of cinnamon and clove. Full-bodied and rich on the palate. Fruity and smooth on the finish, persistent.