Dry River Lovat Gewurztraminer 2023

Hailing from the iconic Lovat Vineyard in Martinborough, the 2023 Gewürztraminer from Dry River is a benchmark of the variety’s potential in New Zealand. Meticulous vineyard management and low yields result in fruit of exceptional flavour intensity. Whole bunch pressed and fermented in old oak and stainless steel, the wine is left on lees for extended time to build savoury texture and depth, while retaining purity and varietal charm.

Bouquet
Highly aromatic, this wine bursts with rosewater, lychee and ginger spice layered over orange blossom and white pepper. Subtle savoury elements emerge with time in glass, drawing you into its complexity.

Palate
Rich and unctuous, yet finely balanced by a whisper of phenolic grip and juicy acidity. The palate flows with flavours of Turkish delight, mandarin peel and clove, underpinned by a dry, textured finish that lingers with grace and persistence.

Food Pairing
A superb match with bold, aromatic cuisine—think Moroccan spiced lamb tagine, Thai duck curry, or aged wash-rind cheeses.

Cellaring
Enjoy now for its vibrant perfume and generous palate, or cellar for 5–8 years as the wine evolves into a spicier, honeyed expression.

Interesting Fact
Dry River has been producing Gewürztraminer since the 1980s, and its Lovat bottling is consistently regarded as one of New Zealand’s finest examples of this complex, expressive varietal.

750ml 13% alc