From Vinoptima, the debut 2009 vintage (4.5*) is made in a slightly drier style (13.9 grams/litre of residual sugar) than its far higher-priced stablemate. From vines planted at Ormond, in Gisborne, in 2006–07, and handled partly in large oak foudres, it is fragrant and full-bodied (14 per cent alcohol), with generous, ripe peach, lychee, ginger and spice flavours, in a distinctly Alsace style, showing good complexity. Delicious now, it should be at its best 2015+.
Details
Type: White Wines
Variety: Gewürztraminer
Vintage: 2009
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★★✰ – 4.5 Stars
Price: $56 NZD
Sweetness: MED/DRY
Value for Money: –V
Buyer’s Guide Edition: 2015
The overall rating for quality is Tentative, as Michael has only reviewed a small number of vintages of this particular wine.
When to drink: 2015