Wikipedia Article About Gewürztraminer on Wikipedia A delicious medium to dry white wine high in sugar but low in acid. Gewürztraminer, sometimes referred to as Gewürz or Traminer, is a white wine grape variety that performs best in cooler climates. It is known for its spicy characteristics. The name literally means spice from Tramin. This refers to the fact that the wine was made in Tramin (South Tyrol, northern Italy) and that the grape has a spicy flavour. It is believed to be related to Viognier, another aromatic grape.