Frères Bott Gewurztraminer 2022

The Estate

Bott Frères — Artisan Winemakers of Ribeauvillé

Established in the picturesque town of Ribeauvillé in Alsace, France, Bott Frères represents several generations of dedicated winegrowing tradition. The estate has cultivated vineyards across some of Alsace’s most respected terroirs, focusing on expressing the region’s distinctive aromatic varietals with authenticity and precision. Their commitment to sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention in the cellar allows each wine to speak clearly of its origin.

The Bott family’s approach emphasizes respect for tradition while embracing modern understanding of vineyard management, resulting in wines that capture Alsace’s unique character—aromatic intensity balanced by mineral precision. Their Gewurztraminer exemplifies the estate’s ability to craft wines of immediate pleasure while maintaining the structure and complexity that serious collectors seek.

Terroir & Grapes

Alsatian Elegance on Limestone Clay

Gewurztraminer thrives in Alsace’s unique continental climate, where the protective Vosges Mountains create a rain shadow allowing extended ripening periods and remarkable aromatic concentration. The estate’s vines benefit from limestone-rich clay soils that provide excellent drainage while retaining sufficient moisture, encouraging the development of Gewurztraminer’s signature perfumed intensity tempered by mineral freshness. The 2022 growing season in Alsace delivered healthy fruit with vibrant acidity, preserving the varietal’s exuberance while maintaining impressive balance.

Vinification & Ageing

Minimal Intervention, Maximum Expression

The grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness to capture Gewurztraminer’s complex aromatic profile while preserving natural acidity. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks using indigenous yeasts, allowing the terroir and varietal character to express themselves without manipulation. The winemaking philosophy emphasizes purity and precision, avoiding oak influence to showcase the wine’s inherent floral and spice-driven personality.

Following fermentation, the wine rests on fine lees for several months, developing texture and complexity while maintaining freshness. This traditional Alsatian approach results in a wine that balances Gewurztraminer’s naturally rich, aromatic character with elegant structure and digestibility.

Vintage Character

The 2022 Vintage in Alsace

The 2022 vintage in Alsace presented winemakers with challenging conditions that ultimately rewarded those with experience and attention to detail. A warm, dry summer followed by timely late-season rainfall allowed aromatic varieties like Gewurztraminer to achieve physiological ripeness while retaining the vibrant acidity that defines exceptional Alsatian wines. The harvest produced wines of remarkable freshness and precision, with aromatic intensity tempered by mineral tension—an ideal expression of modern Alsace winemaking that favors elegance over power.

Tasting Notes

Perfumed Intensity Meets Alpine Freshness

The 2022 Gewurztraminer opens with an exuberant bouquet of rose petals, lychee, and white peach, underscored by hints of ginger and exotic spice. On the palate, the wine reveals layers of ripe stone fruit and candied citrus peel, balanced by a refreshing mineral backbone that lifts the rich fruit character. The texture is simultaneously generous and precise, with medium body and a long, spice-tinged finish that echoes the aromatic complexity found on the nose. This is Gewurztraminer that celebrates the variety’s perfumed personality while maintaining the restraint and digestibility that makes Alsatian whites so food-friendly.

Service & Pairing

At the Table

This Gewurztraminer pairs beautifully with Alsatian choucroute garnie, spiced Asian cuisine including Thai and Indian dishes, foie gras, Munster cheese, and duck preparations with fruit-based sauces. The wine’s aromatic intensity and subtle richness complement bold, spice-forward flavors while its mineral freshness cleanses the palate. Serve slightly chilled to emphasize its balance between exotic perfume and refreshing acidity, making it an ideal companion for both casual gatherings and sophisticated dinner parties.

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