Bukettraube. . . huh?
Bukettraube. . . geshundheit!
That was the first thing that came to my mind when I heard the word 'Bukettraube'. Turns out, it is not a sneeze, but a grape varietal.
Bukettraube. . .
Bukettraube (bu-ket-trau-be) is a white grape varietal grown predominantly in South Africa and is generally used as part of blends to make sweet wines. It is believed to have its origins in Germany and typically, the single varietal wines have a Muscat-type bouquet. Its flavor profile can include tastes of pears, apricots, and peaches. This is a varietal that should be consumed young. It has a very short shelf life and thus, can be hard to find.
2010 Cederberg Bukettraube. . .
I found this almost by mistake at Holiday Market in Canton. While waiting for my wife to finish at the seafood counter, I was perusing the wine aisle (as I am inclined to do) and came across this bottle. Priced at $15 and unknown to me, I grabbed it, excited that I could add it to my Century Club list.
Very pale straw color in the glass, the nose was muted a bit in the beginning but, with more time, scents of green apple, peaches and honey came through. The palate is full of pineapple, green apple, peach, honey, spice and a touch of mango. This wine was surprisingly acidic and even did well on a revisit the second day. A great "porch wine" for the price, go give this one a shot to take the place of the usual Chardonnay, Riesling or Pinot Grigio!
Always looking to expand your palate. . . Cheers!
That was the first thing that came to my mind when I heard the word 'Bukettraube'. Turns out, it is not a sneeze, but a grape varietal.
Bukettraube. . .
Bukettraube (bu-ket-trau-be) is a white grape varietal grown predominantly in South Africa and is generally used as part of blends to make sweet wines. It is believed to have its origins in Germany and typically, the single varietal wines have a Muscat-type bouquet. Its flavor profile can include tastes of pears, apricots, and peaches. This is a varietal that should be consumed young. It has a very short shelf life and thus, can be hard to find.
2010 Cederberg Bukettraube. . .
I found this almost by mistake at Holiday Market in Canton. While waiting for my wife to finish at the seafood counter, I was perusing the wine aisle (as I am inclined to do) and came across this bottle. Priced at $15 and unknown to me, I grabbed it, excited that I could add it to my Century Club list.
Very pale straw color in the glass, the nose was muted a bit in the beginning but, with more time, scents of green apple, peaches and honey came through. The palate is full of pineapple, green apple, peach, honey, spice and a touch of mango. This wine was surprisingly acidic and even did well on a revisit the second day. A great "porch wine" for the price, go give this one a shot to take the place of the usual Chardonnay, Riesling or Pinot Grigio!
Always looking to expand your palate. . . Cheers!
Posted by thewinemonologues.com at 4/2/2011 3:14 PM 
Categories: Bukettraube, South Africa
Tags: Bukettraube South Africa Cederberg
Categories: Bukettraube, South Africa
Tags: Bukettraube South Africa Cederberg
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