Alsace’s Secret Weapon: The Gewürztraminer That Smells Like Summer
Imagine a French wine that smells like a tropical market in the middle of winter. That’s Gewürztraminer from Alsace—where German grapes meet French terroir in a sensory explosion. This white wine isn’t just a regional curiosity; it’s a paradox of aromas that defy geography. With notes of lychee, roses, and honeyed pineapple, it feels like a summer day bottled in a place that’s technically part of France but culturally closer to Germany. The Alsace region, bordering Germany, has mastered this grape, turning it into a global aromatic standout. What makes Gewürztraminer so unforgettable? Its perfume is almost otherworldly—think of a…