At a glance

Producer

Josmeyer

Region

Alsace, France

Grape variety

Gewurztraminer

Wine type

White

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$55-$70

Tasting profile

Intense floral and spicy aromatics of lychee, rose petals, and ginger, with a rich textured palate and hints of tropical fruit.

Evolution: Will develop deeper honeyed notes and complex layers of minerality and dried spices with age.

At peak: At peak, it will show a harmonious balance of richness, acidity, exotic fruit, and subtle oxidative complexity.

Structure

Acidity

Moderate acidity balanced with natural richness

Tannins

None (white wine without noticeable tannins)

Alcohol

13.5%

Aging potential

Excellent, can age gracefully for 15-20 years from vintage.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2022 to 2040

Optimal window

2018 to 2043

Current status

Excellent drinking window, approaching optimal maturity.

Current condition

The wine is currently showing well with fresh aromatics and developing complexity.

The high-quality terroir of Hengst Grand Cru vineyard combined with Josmeyer’s biodynamic approach enhances the wine’s structure and longevity. Gewurztraminer’s natural phenolic and sugar balance provides excellent aging potential, especially in a stellar 2015 vintage.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with spicy Asian cuisine, foie gras, rich poultry dishes, aromatic cheeses such as Munster, and dishes with ginger or lychee components.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Josmeyer employs biodynamic farming with no synthetic chemicals, covers soil for biodiversity, uses solar energy for winery processes, and uses lightweight glass bottles to reduce packaging weight.

Josmeyer is recognized as a pioneer in sustainable viticulture in Alsace, consistently implementing biodynamic agriculture. Their commitment to minimal intervention, renewable energy, and eco-friendly packaging establishes a very sustainable profile. Some carbon footprint emissions occur due to export distribution.