TASTING NOTES FOR Joseph Cattin Gewurztraminer Alsace France 2021

🍷 Appearance
Rich pale gold with warm, luminous tones. Bright and expressive in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Highly aromatic and exotic, bursting with lychee, mango and rose petal, alongside hints of peach, melon and gentle spice.

👅 Palate
Lush and flavourful, delivering tropical fruits—lychee, melon and peach—with a softly off-dry richness. Balanced acidity keeps the wine fresh and lively with a touch of spice throughout.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and rounded with a classic slightly oily Alsace texture. The finish is long, aromatic and gently spicy, with lingering exotic fruit and floral notes.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Alsace Gewurztraminer—rich, aromatic and expressive. Combines exotic fruit intensity, floral lift and subtle sweetness with a fresh, balanced finish.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with spicy Asian dishes, pork, duck or richly spiced cuisine. Also excellent with strong cheeses or dishes featuring aromatic herbs and spices.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A bold, aromatic crowd-pleaser—packed with exotic fruit and spice. Ideal for mixed dozens when you want something distinctive, flavoursome and memorable.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷