Domaine Bruno Sorg, 'Gewurztraminer Moelleux', 2024, Alsace (AOC)

'One-Liner'
A wonderfully rich and aromatic Alsace Gewurztraminer, bursting with exotic fruits, fragrant rose petals and warming spice, with a luscious texture and a beautifully balanced, gently off-dry finish.

Tasting Note
Rich golden yellow in the glass, with wonderfully expressive aromas of ripe lychee, rose petals, juicy peach and tropical mango. The palate is generous and beautifully textured, bringing together luscious exotic fruits, delicate floral notes and a gentle touch of honeyed spice. A subtle sweetness adds richness and depth, while a welcome lift of freshness keeps everything lively and balanced. Full-flavoured and wonderfully aromatic, with a long, lingering finish of ripe tropical fruit and delicate spice that gradually becomes refreshingly dry.

Country: France
Region: Alsace AOC
Sub-Region: n/a
Grape(s): 100% Gewurztraminer
ABV: 13.5%
Friendly: Sustainable

Awards & Critics' Scores
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The Story
The Sorg family's winemaking story began in 1965, when Bruno Sorg and his wife Renée established their domaine in the Alsace region of northeastern France, eventually settling in the picturesque village of Eguisheim, just south of Colmar. Today, the estate remains very much a family affair, with their son François, his wife Régine and their son Antoine continuing the tradition of producing richly expressive wines that celebrate the region's remarkable vineyards. Bruno was a man of extraordinary patience and ambition, spending some 30 years gradually acquiring parcels of steep, overgrown land in the celebrated Grand Cru Pfersigberg vineyard, eventually transforming them into productive terraces. This dedication to the land remains central to the family's philosophy, with low yields, careful vineyard management and a thoughtful approach to winemaking helping to capture the distinctive character of Alsace. Their 'Gewurztraminer Moelleux' is a particularly charming expression of this philosophy, with the grapes allowed to develop wonderful aromatic intensity and natural richness before being transformed into a wine of remarkable depth and character. The word moelleux suggests softness and sweetness, but don't mistake this for a conventional dessert wine. Despite its generous fruit and luscious texture, a delicate thread of freshness and a gently off-dry finish keep everything beautifully balanced. It's a wonderfully versatile wine, particularly at home alongside fragrant spices, rich cheeses and dishes with a little sweetness of their own.

Perfect With... (click me for the recipe)
- Meat/fish: Pork and apple terrine with mustard and cornichons
- Vegetarian: Manchego and quince tart
- Vegan: Roast cauliflower and mushroom curry with toasted almonds