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Gewurztraminer

Grape
White: 'Gewurz' is the German word for spice. Typical aromas one might come across may include: Rose petals, Turkish Delight and Lychee. One of the most aromatic of the white grape varieties. It therefore works extremely well with any oriental food. Growing conditions for this variety are remarkably similar to that of the Riesling grape.
Classic Gewurztraminer growing countries are:
The Alsace in France (where this variety is highly regarded), New Zealand, coolerparts of Australia, Chile, British Colombia and Oregon.