Gewürztraminer Rangen “Clos Saint Urbain” Grand Cru 2024
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France / Alsace
Gewurztraminer is rare on the Rangen. Its presence is mainly concentrated on the lower part of the vineyard, where it benefits from the influence of the river and is more sheltered from the cold winds sweeping down the valley. The power of the volcanic terroir gives this grape variety a mineral richness and above all manages to dominate its exuberance. The 2023 was able to ferment very quickly dry and was aged on total lees until bottling 11 months after harvest.
Harvest Note
The 2024 vintage will certainly be remembered as an unusual one which defied climate change. Rainfall was 30% to 50% above average and extremely high temperatures were largely avoided. Well-drained soils were key to achieving consistent fermentations.
Tasting Note
Still discreet and restrained, the nose reveals an aromatic palette blending ripe fruit and gunflint. This complex profile, bordering on austerity, is actually welcome in this grape variety.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Gewurztraminer
APPELLATION: Alsace Grand Cru AOC
PH: 3.4
ACIDITY: 3.4 g/L
ABV: 13.6%
AGING: 11 months in large old oak cask
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Yes
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 10.9 g/L
Unique Selling Points
- Produced in small volume at the foot of the steep Rangen slope
- Certified Organic and Biodynamic
- Powerful yet discreet and versatile dry white wine
- Demonstrates the immense complexity of both varietal and site
Good wine is made by people who actually do everything they say they are doing.
Olivier Humbrecht MW, Winemaker
About the Grape
Gewürztraminer
Gewürztraminer has unmistakably heady intensity of fragrance, with pungent aromas of litchis, tropical fruits and rose petals. Its flavors are ample, fruity and spicy rather than complex.
