SEIFRIED GEWÜRZTRAMINER 2024

Winery notes (2024 Vintage)
"2024 was simply an outstanding vintage in Nelson – in fact Hermann Seifried has commented that it is perhaps the very best vintage of his 49 seasons in the top of the South! That from a character not known for exaggeration or embellishments. A dry settled growing season meant fruit was harvested in squeaky clean condition, with perfect ripeness and flavours.

Gewürztraminer is an early ripening variety with an aromatic, fragrant bouquet. It is naturally a low yielding vine which can produce wonderful concentration and flavour. After harvest the grapes were de-stemmed and left for a brief period of skin contact before pressing. The clear juice was inoculated with a pure yeast strain and then a cool, temperature-controlled fermentation began. After fermentation the wine had a period on yeast lees before it was racked, blended, clarified and stabilised prior to bottling in May 2024.

Our 2024 Seifried Nelson Gewürztraminer is exceptional. After frosty spring we had an incredibly hot and dry growing season leading to perfect fruit. The nose is bright, aromatic and inviting – roses, gingerbeer and pear drop characters on the nose. The palate has luscious tangerine flavours and Turkish Delight. A great apéritif or matched with spicy dishes."

5 Stars & 93/100 Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, May 2024 (2024 Vintage)
"Gorgeously aromatic, the wine shows mango, pineapple, lychee and rich floral aromas, leading to a brightly expressed palate that's succulent and flavoursome. Classically expressed with excellent vibrancy, making it highly enjoyable. At its best: now to 2028."