WTN: "Valckenberg"

2004 - Valckenberg - Gewurztraminer - Pfalz - 11%alc./vol.

This is my first try at a Deutschlandian "Gewurz". Quite a nice first impression actually! Great fumey floral/spicy nose followed by a palate that speaks of lychee, rose water, clove, white pepper, nutmeg, and slightly anise-esce. Great acidity to balance this slightly off dry style. Finishes clean and refreshing. It would probably be safe to guess that this is a typical German Gewurz epitome. A very good example of varietal distinction! However, I'm still not sure if I could handle Gewurz as an everyday sipper like I could a Riesling or NZ Sauv.B. Just a preferential thing I'm sure. I'm not really one for "spice" in my whites. Other than that I still give this one a thumbs up.

Wonderful notes, Aaron--great combination of spice and fruit.

It's a good thing I don't have a Gewurz hanging around--it'd be a goner after that description . . .

You want an inexpensive adventure, try a Valckenberg Dornfelder. It's red, it's German, it's a bit off-dry, and it was really great with pork chops and sauerkraut.

Thanks for the notes Aaron...you malbec turncoat!!!!!! See my recent TN on Foster?

Thanks for the notes Aaron...you malbec turncoat!!!!!! See my recent TN on Foster?

No turncoat, Bob!! Just a little "diversifyin'" goin' on here.

BTW, great notes on the Foster. Make sure you post the belated "overnight" notes. Oh and, what was the price of your bottle?

Gotta go, see you soon in Malbecville, Southern Province of ForumLand!

You want an inexpensive adventure, try a Valckenberg Dornfelder.

Dave,

Are there any other producers you could recommend for similarly adventurous German grapes? I've been willing to dabble over in the world of the Dornfelders, Lembergers, and even Trollingers, but have little info on where to dabble. Thanks.