Tough, light, bone dry and acidic, with pretty spice and floral notes, but rather thin on the fruit. You’ll find diluted citrus flavors just veering into peach. ——S.H.(2/1/2004)—— 84

So different from most other Gewurzes, which can be overly sweet and flamboyant. This one’s pert in acids, and only hints at flavors of mangoes, peaches and various wildflowers. Has a fresh-lime minerality that’s appealing.——S.H.(5/1/2005)—— 88

Smells like a walk through a candy shop filled with gingerbread cookies, vanilla wafers and white chocolate fudge. Oh, and there’s a flower shop next door, which explains the honeysuckle and gardenia. Yet it’s dry and crisp, and the flavors are modestly citrus and apricot. Elegant and foodworthy. ——S.H.(6/1/2002)—— 88