Chateau Ste. Michelle Oak Oval Gewurztraminer, 2009 ($17) is from the Columbia Valley, Washington. It is 100% Gewurztraminer with grapes coming from two of Chateau Ste. Michelle's vineyards - Jones Two Gun Vineyard (Quincy area) and Airport Vineyard in the Yakima Valley. This is sur lie aged for four months in French oak (a pleasant surprise). On my palate it had a nice spice flavor with a hint of minerality. Crisp. Refreshing. Enjoyable.Winemaker's Notes: This Gewürztraminer has lovely aromas of jasmine, green tea and a touch of melon. It displays beautiful acidity and just a touch of richness from aging in the Fuder for four months. While the wine gained complexity from the yeast lees contact, it didn’t lose its wonderful spicy Gewürztraminer fruit character. Enjoy with a spicy stir fry or try it with a traditional Alsatian feast of pork and sauerkraut.......you won’t be disappointed!
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