# Blossa Sparkling & Spices

- **Producer:** Joseph Drathen
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Region:** Mosel, Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 10.0%
- **Average price:** €11
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 6–8 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lemon, apple, orange, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom

## About this wine

Blossa Sparkling & Spices is a German aromatized sparkling wine produced by Joseph Drathen. The winery has a long-standing tradition, combining modern and sustainable viticulture with classic winemaking methods. This particular wine is distinguished by its infusion of traditional mulled wine spices, creating a unique festive beverage. While not always vintage-specific, a 'Citrus' variant has been noted from 2018. The wine is often associated with seasonal celebrations, particularly around Christmas, and is recognized by the portmanteau 'glubbel', signifying its blend of mulled wine and sparkling characteristics.

## Interesting facts

- Known as a 'glubbel' - a blend of glögg (mulled wine) and bubbel (sparkling).
- A popular festive drink, especially around the Christmas season.
- Often available in seasonal assortments.
- Part of the 'Bestillingsutvalget' (order selection) in Norway and Sweden.

## Food pairing

The wine's inherent sweetness and spice notes complement the warm spices and fruit in desserts and certain savory dishes. The slight acidity can cut through richer elements like cream or duck fat, while the spice notes echo and enhance similar flavors in the food.

## Wine making process

Blossa Sparkling & Spices is an aromatized sparkling wine. The process involves taking a base wine, likely from the Mosel region, and infusing it with a blend of traditional mulled wine spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves, along with citrus notes. The wine is then carbonated to achieve its sparkling character. It is not intended for aging and is produced for immediate consumption. The Joseph Drathen winery employs modern, sustainable viticulture alongside traditional winemaking techniques in their overall production.