Domaine Kientzler Gewurztraminer

The Kientzler family has been growing vines for more than 5 generations in Ribeauvillé and the surrounding area. As early as 1866, Dominique Alphonse Kientzler had inherited vines from his father and grandfather and in 1895 was involved in the creation of France’s first winemaking cooperative in Ribeauvillé, in addition to running the local grocery shop.

Today, the Kientzlers farm almost 14ha of vines in Ribeauvillé, Bergheim, Hunawihr and Riquewihr, including significant parcels in the Grand Crus of Geisberg, Osterberg and Kirchberg. Considered as one of the best winemakers in Alsace, utilising prime sites in the region to ensure optimum ripeness that allows Gewurztraminer to ripen to perfection.

Brilliant pale straw colour with a distinct greenish glimmer to the edges and a watery hue. Bursting out of the glass are powerful lychee, rose water and musk aromatics which are followed by hints of pear and ginger. Rich lychee and ripe pear fruits have a luscious textural feel with notions of musk, Turkish delight and subtle ginger spice also evident. Excellent concentration with vibrant acidity and an off dry finish concluding long and exotic