COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Gewürztraminer
PRODUCER
Kuentz-Bas
REGION
Alsace
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Kuentz-Bas La 4ème Tour Gewürztraminer 2021 is a white wine from the Alsace region of France, produced by Kuentz-Bas, a winery established in 1795. The estate is committed to organic and biodynamic viticulture. The vineyards are located around Husseren-les-Châteaux, on varied soils including clay-limestone and sandstone. The 'La 4ème Tour' range aims to showcase the distinctiveness of the terroir and the grape varietal.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Kuentz-Bas has been certified organic since 2007 and biodynamic since 2008.
Fact 02
Vineyards are situated at altitudes between 250 and 400 meters.
Fact 03
Wines are fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve fruit purity.
Fact 04
The 'La 4ème Tour' range emphasizes the expression of terroir.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Kuentz-Bas La 4ème Tour Gewürztraminer 2021 begins with hand-harvested grapes. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine's aromatic integrity. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a six-month aging period on its lees. The estate adheres to organic and biodynamic farming practices, with a philosophy of minimal intervention in the cellar, avoiding added yeasts and fining agents, and using limited sulfur.
