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Late harvest Gewürztraminer is a lusciously sweet, aromatic white wine made from grapes left on the vine to shrivel and concentrate their sugars. It bursts with exotic notes of lychee, rose petal, and ginger, offering a viscous, honeyed texture with balancing acidity. Nutritionally, it is a source of quick energy from its high carbohydrate content, primarily from natural grape sugars.
Calorie split: 1% protein · 99% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore its intoxicating, perfume-like bouquet of tropical fruits and flowers, which is uniquely captivating. Its lush sweetness and silky mouthfeel make it a luxurious treat, often enjoyed as a celebratory sipper or with bold, spicy dishes.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Its high sugar content can lead to rapid blood sugar spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetics or those monitoring glucose levels. The intense sweetness can also be cloying to some palates, and the alcohol, though moderate, should be consumed mindfully. To counteract sugar impact, pair a small pour (60-90ml) with a protein-rich cheese like Roquefort or a fatty dessert to slow absorption.
Key benefits
- Rich in aromatic compounds like terpenes.
- Provides quick energy from natural fruit sugars.
- Pairs exceptionally well with spicy cuisines.
- Often enjoyed as a dessert wine or aperitif.
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💡 Did you know?
The Gewürztraminer grape's skin is a distinctive pink-red, yet it produces a white wine because the juice is pressed off the skins quickly before fermentation.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 79.4 g |
| Energy | 108 kcal |
| Energy | 451 kj |
| Protein | 0.07 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.20 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 11.4 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 8.9 g |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Alcoholic beverage, distilled, vodka, 80 proof — USDA does not publish this profile for Alcoholic beverage.
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.00 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.00 g |
| Leucine | 0.00 g |
| Lysine | 0.00 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.00 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.00 g |
| Arginine | 0.00 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.00 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glycine | 0.00 g |
| Proline | 0.00 g |
| Serine | 0.00 g |
FAQ
What does 'late harvest' mean for this wine?
It means the grapes were left on the vine longer than usual, allowing them to dehydrate slightly, concentrating their sugars and flavors to produce a sweeter, more intense wine.
Is late harvest Gewürztraminer very high in alcohol?
Not necessarily. While the grapes are very sugary, fermentation is often stopped early to retain sweetness, so alcohol levels can range from moderate (10-12%) to higher (14%+), depending on the winemaker's style.
How does it differ from regular Gewürztraminer?
Regular Gewürztraminer is typically dry or off-dry. Late harvest versions are significantly sweeter, more viscous, and have more concentrated, honeyed fruit flavors due to the raisined grapes.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 1.08 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.