Sweeter-style white wines made from The Gewürtztraminer grape are perfect with spicy foods. give them a try, says Rob Buckhaven
1) Petal perfume
Taste The Difference Alsace Gewürztraminer (£7.99, Sainsbury’s) has candied rose petal aromas.
Blagger’s guide
The Gewürztraminer grape has naturally pink skin, which is removed before pressing to avoid pigmenting the wine.
2) Candy craving
Cono Sur Gewürztraminer (£7.99, Majestic) is Turkish delight in a glass with its sweet orange peel and marzipan flavours.
Blagger’s guide
In hot climates, Gewürztraminer is grown at a high altitude to retain its delicate aromatic taste.
3) Fruit shoot
Extra Special Alsace Gewürztraminer (£7.97, Asda) has a lush, lychee personality with hints of spice and perfume.
Blagger’s guide
Due to its cooler weather, Alsace in France is often considered the home of the Gewürztraminer grape.
Stockists: Asda (Asda.com), Majestic (Majestic.co.uk), Sainsbury’s (Sainsburys.co.uk)
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