The grapes for this Gewürz go back to the first variety to be planted at Delatite's Upper Goulburn Region vineyards after its establishment in 1982. Dry grown, hand-picked and whole bunch pressed, it reflects the winery's high altitude, biodynamic terroir and their emphasis upon doing cool-climate aromatic white wines well.
Bright straw colour with a water-like hue. Expect the heady and that's what you get. Candied musk, tight lychee and fragrant rose petal and frangipani aromas leap out of the glass.
A soft, semi-sweet entry. The palate delivers juicy, off-dry, spicy tropical fruit flavours, cloves and ginger. Medium bodied and well-balanced with a zesty acid backbone and a crisp finish. There is a lingering aftertaste of cloves, lime pith and some flint rock.
Overall, a restrained, delicate style. The aromatics are there but the palate has some ways to go. I'm just not feeling it yet. Not as concentrated as I thought it would be but put that down to youth. Will develop points with ageing, as we all do. A solid, consistently well made wine that you can rely on to deliver varietal expression.
Source: Retail. Alcohol: 13.5%. Closure: Screwcap. Price: $19.00. Rating: 90 Points.
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