These grapes were sourced from the Matawhero Vineyard in the Riverpoint appellation, the first vineyard in New Zealand to plant Gewürztraminer. The clones planted are Entav 47 and the silt loams over clay soils provide ideal growing conditions for Gewürztraminer. Vertical shoot positioned vines were bunch thinned and leaf plucked to ensure an open canopy and a balanced crop load. This ensured full ripeness and intense flavours.
Single Vineyard Gewürztraminer *NEW VINTAGE*
Fruity, aromatic and exotic
The first vineyard in New Zealand to plant Gewürztraminer, this is a clean fruit-driven style with richness and great aromatics.
Vegan friendly
GOLD Medal & Best Regional Wine – Aotearoa Regional Wine Awards 2024
93 POINTS – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
93 POINTS (Excellent) – Cameron Douglas, MS
VARIETAL | 100% Gewürztraminer |
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VINEYARD | Matawhero "home" block |
CLONE | ENTAV-INRA 47 |
APPELLATION | Riverpoint |
VINTAGE | 2022 |
Profile | Dry |
ALCOHOL | 11.56% |
TA | 7.42 g/L |
pH | 3.52 |
RESIDUAL SUGAR | 10.43g/L |
VOLUME | 750 mL |
Single Vineyard Gewürztraminer *NEW VINTAGE*
Vineyard Review
Winemaking
The harvest decisions at Matawhero are made after the winemaker and viticulturalist concur that the grapes are flavour ready. The grapes are harvested while still cool, transported quickly to the winery and then crushed to the press. The crushed grapes were kept in the press for several hours to maximise the spice and floral characters of this wonderful Gisborne variety. Once slightly clarified, the juice was carefully fermented using cool temperatures and an aroma enhancing yeast to maintain these vibrant characters in the final wine. The wine was gently fined using traditional methods before being filtered and bottled.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Pale straw with hints of gold.
Aroma
Exotic rose petal, clove, lychee and star anise notes.
Palate
Clean fruit-driven style, rich and full with lychee, Turkish delight, spice and ginger.
Food match
Enjoy with Asian cuisine, blue cheese and fruit desserts.