Arthur Metz Gewurztraminer (2019) wine review – Wine Wednesday

Whilst pale lemon/straw in colour, the Arthur Metz Gewurztraminer is anything but light when it comes to its aromas. At first, you’re hit with the enticing florality that gewurz’s are so famous for. As expected, it’s a beautiful blossom scent that starts things off. Backing up the blossom is a sweet honeysuckle scent, which makes way for an almost buttery quality. Rounding off the aromas is a kick of citrus (lemon) and pear, which cuts through the rich sweetness of honey.

As for the palate, it’s the same floral, blossom flavours that come through first. The sweetness of the honeysuckle shines through as well. As a full-bodied wine, the honey flavours sing alongside the weight of the wine, but at no point does it feel too heavy in the mouth. The tangy citrus adds a hit of acidity, cutting through the rich flavours – making it feel well-balanced. There’s also a minerality that complements the initial sweetness, creating more balance. This give and take between sweet honeysuckle, crisp citrus and – at some points – stones, keeps this bottle from being too sweet. Overall it’s a well-balanced bottle that encompasses everything that a gewurz represents.