2007 Naked Gewurztraminer -- Snoqualmie Vineyards Shopping Cart
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-- Orange blossom and spice aromas are complimented by a refreshingly crisp and juicy mouthful of fruit flavor. This wine has decidedly pure impressions of fully mature Gewurztraminer grapes with slight mineral characters of the terroir.
TASTING NOTES
“Orange blossom and spice aromas are complimented by a refreshingly crisp and juicy mouthful of fruit flavor. This wine has decidedly pure impressions of fully mature Gewurztraminer grapes with slight mineral characters of the terroir.”- Joy Andersen, Winemaker
VINTAGE
- The 2007 growing season was very similar to the 2005 vintage – warm at the beginning and average temperatures throughout the rest of the season.
- As with 2005, this vintage lacked rainfall from the start of the season, which lead to smaller canopy growth and good, early fruit exposure.
- Ripening conditions and temperatures were excellent and low wind was reported throughout the season.
- Bud break occurred right on schedule and the onset of veraison was one week earlier than usual, an indication of a smaller crop with intense flavors and good sugar development.
VINEYARDS
- Grapes are grown in certified organic vineyards.
- Vineyards receive only 6-8 inches of rainfall annually.
- Drip irrigation is used, allowing precise control of vine growth patterns.
- Soils are deep and sandy with low water-holding capacity.
- Warm, sunny days and cool evening temperatures create ideal conditions for natural sugar development while retaining bright acidity.
WINEMAKING
- Gewurztraminer grapes are sourced from a certified organic block north of Pasco, Washington.
- Adhering to all organic process guidelines, the grapes are gently pressed and fermented with Prise de Mousse yeast in stainless steel tanks at 50°F to preserve fruitiness and natural acid structure.
- Fermentation is arrested to assure a balance of natural sugars and acid.
- Bottling occurs without delay to capture every essence of this fresh, pure style.
TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol: 12.5%
Total Acidity: 0.67g /100ml
pH: 3.14
Residual Sugar: 2.51g/100mL
Blend: 100% Organically Grown Gewurztraminer
SKU: 19317
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