Wine Style
Gewürztraminer
White Wine
Gewürztraminer is intensely aromatic — lychee, rose, spice, and ginger leap from the glass. Alsace produces the benchmark dry to off-dry styles. A natural match for spicy Asian cuisine, aromatic cheeses, and dishes with ginger or five-spice.
Pronunciation: geh-vurt-strah-mee-ner
Also known as: Gewurztraminer
Wine structure
Typical descriptors
Typical grapes
- gewurztraminer
Typical regions
Food pairings
Secondary
- Spicy Thai and Indian cuisine
- Foie gras and rich terrines
- Aromatic cheese plates
Foods to avoid
- Delicate raw seafood
- Very acidic vinaigrettes
Substitutions
If you cannot find Gewürztraminer, try:
Serving
- Temperature: 45–50°F (7–10°C)
- Glassware: Aromatic white wine glass
- Decanting: Not needed
- Cellaring / aging: Drink 1–5 years for primary aromatics
Beginner guide
Love-it-or-hate-it aromatics — if you enjoy perfume and spice, start here.
FAQ
- Is Gewürztraminer sweet?
- It can be dry or off-dry. Alsace labels indicate sweetness level — look for 'sec' for dry.