Winery LightbandGewurztraminer
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The Gewurztraminer of the Winery Lightband is in the top 0 of wines of Nelson.
Details and technical informations about Winery Lightband's Gewurztraminer.
Discover the grape variety: Greco
Structured, aromatic dry whites with a pale golden robe, an ample palate and preserved acidity, with signature aromas of yellow fruits (pear, peach, apricot), white flowers (acacia), almond, volcanic mineral notes and a typical bitter finish. Fine ageing potential. Absolute star of Greco di Tufo DOCG, one of Italy's great southern whites. Italian variety of Greek origin (hence its name), grown in Campania and southern Italy.
Informations about the Winery Lightband
The Winery Lightband is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 6 wines for sale in the of Nelson to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Nelson
Cool-climate region of New Zealand's South Island, the only one on the west coast and rain-sheltered. Signature Chardonnay precise and taut with signature notes of white apple, citrus, toasted hazelnut, fresh butter and a mineral touch, ample long mouth — local benchmark. Fine silky Pinot Noir (tart cherry, raspberry, undergrowth, sweet spices), delicate tannins. Also vivid fruity Sauvignon Blanc, ample Pinot Gris, taut Riesling.
The wine region of South Island
New Zealand's southern island, cradle of the country's great wines. Sauvignon Blanc signature in Marlborough (~80% of national vineyard): explosive and tropical with grapefruit, passion fruit, boxwood, cut grass and mineral touch — global benchmark. Pinot Noir star in Central Otago (among the most southerly) and Waipara: airy with cherry, raspberry, undergrowth, thyme. Taut Riesling, precise Chardonnay, floral Pinot Gris.
The word of the wine: Petite arvine
An ancient white grape variety from the Valais (Switzerland), which produces renowned wines suitable for ageing. Viney and sustained by a strong vivacity, these wines express a fine salty touch, the signature of this variety. Petite arvine wines can be dry, tender or made from withered grapes from late harvesting. Syn.: arvine.
