Rolly Gassmann
Alsace Gewurztraminer 2021
| Denomination | AOC Alsace |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Alsace (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Traminer Aromatico |
| Aging | Once fermentation is complete, the wine rests for a couple of months and is bottled within 11 months of the harvest; the bottles then rest for a couple of years before being released for sale. |
- Grape variety and origin: 100% Gewurztraminer, Alsace designation (Rorschwihr, Bergheim)
- Spicy aromas: hints of ginger, cinnamon, orange zest and fresh notes of grapefruit
- Vinification: hand-picked, gentle pressing and fermentation with indigenous yeasts
- Maturation: bottled after 11 months, followed by bottle ageing for around 2 years
- Pairings: ideal with spicy Asian cuisine and mature cheeses; serve at 12-14 °C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Rolly Gassmann Alsace Gewurztraminer is an aromatic still white wine with a pale straw yellow colour, faithfully expressing the character of the Gewurztraminer grape. The bouquet is distinctly spicy, featuring clear aromas of ginger, cinnamon and fragrant orange zest. On the palate, it boasts an opulent structure, maintaining excellent balance thanks to the freshness imparted by hints of grapefruit. This white wine is ideally suited to spicy Asian cuisine, and also pairs perfectly with mature cheeses and delicate dishes based on poultry or lean fish.
Where it comes from
The grapes are sourced from the areas of Rorschwihr and Bergheim, in the heart of Alsace. This region benefits from the protection of the Vosges mountain range, making it one of the driest areas in France. The hot summers favour perfect ripening of the grapes, while the remarkable complexity of the soils, rich in limestone, marl and clay with sandy and granitic veins, defines the structure of the wine. In this privileged context, Rolly Gassmann has been cultivating the land since 1611, following strict organic and sustainable practices.
How it is produced
After meticulous manual selection at full ripeness, the grapes undergo gentle pressing. Fermentation takes place in individual tanks thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts, which are essential for preserving the fruit's identity. The use of separate vinification for each individual vineyard allows the specific characteristics of each plot to be fully expressed. This is followed by a short rest of a few months and a long maturation of around two years before release, a key stage for harmonising and enhancing the final flavour profile.
History and Curiosities
Active in Alsace since 1611, the prestigious winery Rolly Gassmann enhances an exceptional terroir protected by the Vosges mountains through sustainable and organic methods. This captivating Gewurztraminer is made from hand-picked grapes harvested at perfect ripeness, vinified separately with indigenous yeasts to highlight the identity of each individual plot. Careful bottle ageing forges extraordinary harmony, celebrated with 91 points from Vinous, resulting in an opulent and spicy glass that tells the story of centuries of pure French winemaking tradition.
Awards
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2021
91/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1611
- Bottles produced: 300.000
- Hectares: 50
The winery is now run by Marie-Thérèse, Louis and their son Pierre Gassmann. The production is about 300,000 bottles per year, only 20% of which are destined for export outside France. The wines are powerful, precise, played on the difficult ridge of a vibrant acidity and balanced sweetness: Pinot Gris, Riesling and Gewurztraminer by Rolly-Gassmann give pure enjoyment especially to those who have the patience to wait for the legendary ability to evolve in the bottle. Read more
| Name | Rolly Gassmann Alsace Gewurztraminer 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still aromatic |
| Denomination | Alsace AOC |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Traminer Aromatico |
| Country | France |
| Region | Alsace |
| Vendor | Rolly Gassmann |
| Story | History and Curiosities Active in Alsace since 1611, the prestigious winery Rolly Gassmann enhances an exceptional terroir protected by the Vosges mountains through sustainable and organic methods. This captivating Gewurztraminer is made from hand-picked grapes harvested at perfect ripeness, vinified separately with indigenous yeasts to highlight the identity of each individual plot. Careful bottle ageing forges extraordinary harmony, celebrated with 91 points from Vinous, resulting in an opulent and spicy glass that tells the story of centuries of pure French winemaking tradition. |
| Origin | Rorschwihr and Bergheim, Alsace |
| Climate | Protected by the Vosges; the driest region in France, with hotter summers compared to the national average |
| Soil composition | Limestone, marl and clay |
| Production technique | Fermentation in single tanks with indigenous yeasts; separate vinification for each vineyard |
| Wine making | The grapes are brought to the winery, gently pressed and fermented in individual tanks with small additions of indigenous yeasts; each vineyard is vinified separately. |
| Aging | Once fermentation is complete, the wine rests for a couple of months and is bottled within 11 months of the harvest; the bottles then rest for a couple of years before being released for sale. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |