Gewurztraminer, Viognier, and Albarino Flashcards
1
Q
Gewurztraminer and Viognier shared profile
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Some of the world’s most full bodied and floral whites
2
Q
Most famous region for Gewurztraminer
A
Alsace
3
Q
Most famous region for Viognier
A
Coindrieu (Rhone)
4
Q
Most famous region for Albarino
A
Rias Baixas
5
Q
Gewurztraminer profile
A
Full bodied
High acidity
High alcohol (if dry)
Pronounced floral aromas (rose)
Pronounced stone fruit (peach, apricot) and tropical fruit (lychee) flavors
6
Q
Viognier profile
A
Low to medium acidity
Medium to full body
High alcohol
Pronounced floral aromas (blossom)
Pronounced stone fruit flavors
7
Q
Albarino profile
A
Dry
High acidity
Medium body
Citrus and stone fruit flavors
