Navarro Vineyards, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Gewurztraminer 2018

 To develop their heavenly floral and spice aromas, Gewürztraminer grapes need moderate summer heat, as hot weather tends to blunt those desirable characteristics.  Happilly for those of us who love good dry Gewürztraminer, 2018 proved to be mostly mild, with the resulting wine expressing those lovely flowery and spice characteristics we look for.  With a boost of minerality and plenty of fruit character this wine is pleasingly dry, which makes it an excellent partner for food.   Enjoy it with roast pork or chicken for example.