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Elena Walch Gewurztraminer Kastelaz

Alto Adige, Italy
Single-vineyard Kastelaz Gewurztraminer from hillside above Termeno; extraordinary — rose petal, lychee, saffron, ginger and a long, dry, spice-laden finish; Italy's most complex Gewurz.
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Classic Alsatian-Alto Adige pairing; Gewurz's spice stands up to pungent Munster; caraway bridges.
classic cheese
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Lychee in wine echoes jelly; rose petal and saffron mirror foie's richness; dry finish refreshes.
established starter
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Lychee and rose mirror curry aromatics; ginger bridges spice; dry finish prevents cloying.
established main
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Rose petal echoes pear's floral note; saffron bridges duck fat; ginger mirrors dressing spice.
established main