Michelangelo International Wine and Spirits Awards

Neethlingshof Estate Gewürztraminer

2019 Silver Medal

Neethlingshof Estate


Neethlingshof Estate Neethlingshof Estate Gewürztraminer
VARIETAL:
Off-dry/Medium dry/Semi-dry White Varieties or Blends (up to 18g/l sugar) (Specify Varietal or blend)

VINTAGE:
2019

MORE INFORMATION:
Colour: Crystal clear and brilliant straw with a background of luminous green. Aroma: The characteristic bouquet of honeysuckle and rose water are unmistakable with the complexity added by a twist of fresh orange zest and sweet honey. Palate: The palate confirms what the nose promises with the floral flavours offering an initial sweetness while the perfectly-balanced acidity gives a crisp, dry impression at the end. Some litchi and kiwifruit characters come to the fore during the wines wonderfully-long finish. Maturation potential: Zesty and vibrant in its youth, this wine has an enviable reputation of “ripening” exquisitely as it develops in complexity with cellaring for up to five years – and even longer for those who enjoy the subtleties of mature wines. Alcohol 13.49% Residual sugar 5.8 g/l Total extract 28.7 g/l Total acidity 5.9 g/l pH 3.45 Total Sulphur 110 ppm *Strict VEGAN guidelines were adhered to during the entire farming and winemaking process

An ideal companion to spicy food and Asian dishes, it also makes a good partner to fruity desserts.

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