2024 Mountadam Gewürztraminer, Eden Valley

Pale straw colour with a green hue. The wine has a pungent lifted aroma that springs from the glass. Turkish delight, musk and mandarin juice characters leap from the glass. The palate is much more restrained, showing more subtle versions of the aromas. The wine is dry and has a good clean acid line. The wine has significant persistence.

Mountadam Gewürztraminer from Eden Valley is a distinctive white wine that reflects the cool-climate conditions of this high-altitude region in South Australia. Mountadam, one of Australia's highest vineyards, is known for producing elegant, aromatic wines that showcase the unique terroir of Eden Valley. The cooler climate allows aromatic varieties like Gewürztraminer to fully develop their expressive character while maintaining fresh acidity.

Gewürztraminer is a grape variety renowned for its intense floral and spicy aromatic profile, and the Mountadam Gewürztraminer is no exception. This wine typically exhibits aromas of rose petals, lychee, and tropical fruits, alongside hints of spice, such as ginger and cinnamon, which are characteristic of the variety. On the palate, the wine is rich and slightly oily, with flavors of ripe lychee, peach, and melon, balanced by a bright acidity that prevents it from becoming too heavy. There's often a touch of sweetness, making it slightly off-dry, though the finish is clean and refreshing.

Mountadam's Gewürztraminer pairs wonderfully with spicy foods, especially Asian dishes such as Thai or Indian cuisine, where the wine's aromatic and slightly sweet character complements the heat and complexity of the food. It’s also an excellent choice with richly flavored cheeses or fruit-based desserts.