Saturday, October 10, 2009

Quick-Sip: Traminer makes a fruitier Silvaner

Trautberg Silvaner und Traminer trocken (2008)
Castell Winery
Silvaner 80% | Traminer 20%
Franken, Germany


Appearance: Clear, pale+, golden yellow

Nose: Clean, peach, fruity, floral, honey, pear

Palate: Medium body, spritzy, citrus pith, floral, pear, peach, stone fruit, medium acid, lychee on finish
Nice bitterness on the palate that the other wines don't have. Great balance with the fruity/floral characteristic. Definitely a more perfumed wine given the Traminer.

Cheers!