Winery description

"Picking occurred in mid-April. After arrival at the winery, the grapes were crushed and then left in contact with their skins for a short time to macerate. Following pressing, the juice was transferred into old oak puncheons, where it was left to ferment naturally. The wine was then matured for approximately 3 months in these barrels prior to bottling. A delightful patchwork of sweet and savoury aromas titillate the nose, lychee, mango and Turkish delight at first, segueing into notes of cinnamon, cloves, potpourri, and a lick of ginger. The palate is opulent and plush, with a textured mouthfeel backed by refreshing acidity and subtle sweetness. Pre-ferment skin contact has added some additional structure together with ripe phenolics, balancing the wine and complementing its off-dry, spicy finish."

(EUR000228)

Country:

New Zealand

Region:

Waipara

Variety:

Gewurztraminer

Style:

Aromatic whites

Winemaker:

Matt Donaldson

Closure:

Screwcap

ABV

13.5%

Bottle size:

750ml

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Acidity:

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Food Match:

Spice

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