Gewürztraminer Grand Cru Kitterlé AC Alsace Grand Cru 0.75L

The Gewürztraminer from Kitterlé is not a wine for the indecisive: the Grand Cru site in Alsace delivers one of the most intense expressions of this grape variety — dry, complex, with a depth rarely expected from Gewürztraminer.

Domaines Schlumberger has been cultivating the steep, south-facing sandstone and granite parcels of the Kitterlé near Guebwiller for generations. With over 140 hectares of vineyards, the family winery is one of the largest private estates in Alsace — and at the same time one of the most consistent. The hillside location protects the vines from the cold, concentrates the sunlight, and forces the roots deep into the mineral-rich subsoil.

In the glass, the wine appears in a deep golden yellow. The nose opens with rose blossom, lychee, and white pepper — the classic Gewürztraminer profile, but with a spicy sharpness that points to the granite weathering soils. On the palate, it remains taut despite its aromatic richness: the acidity keeps the weight in balance, the finish is long, slightly salty, and characterized by ginger and cinnamon.

Best served at 10–12 °C. Pairs with Munster with caraway, Asian dishes with coconut milk and lemongrass, or a hearty Pâté of foie gras.