2022 Pierre Sparr Gewürtztraminer AOC Alsace Grande Reservé

Generous aromas of lychee, rose petal, candied ginger, and ripe tropical fruit (mainly mango), accented by hints of citrus and honey. The palate is full and silky, with layers of tropical fruit like mango, passionfruit, and peach wrapped in floral tones and a delicate touch of spice. The mid-palate carries both richness and lift, supported by clean acidity that keeps the wine balanced through the long, gently off-dry finish. The texture feels supple and unctuous yet never heavy, delivering both aromatic depth and precision that define top-tier Alsace Gewürztraminer.

Pierre Sparr in the town of Sigolsheim, part of Kaysersberg Vignoble in the Haut-Rhin, Alsace. The winery is among the most historically linked to the region, with a winemaking tradition dating back to 1680, the year Jean Sparr was born. Over the centuries, the family steadily expanded its holdings and influence, most notably in 1785 when François Pierre Sparr enlarged the estate’s vineyard area.

The current iteration of the domaine began under Charles Sparr in the 1930s, who expanded the business by developing its wine-aging program and trade activities. His son, Pierre Sparr, assumed control of the estate at the age of 20. A pragmatic and forward-thinking operator, Pierre was one of the earliest pioneers of estate bottling in Alsace. He introduced a business-minded approach to branding and distribution, driven by his motto: “invest, progress, and maintain.”