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The Pipers Brook Gewurztraiminer 2005 was our contribution to a wine dinner with friends, along with a platter of assorted cheeses. The theme for the first course was mostly Tasmanian, with the wine and most of the cheeses produced there.
The aromas were not as pronounced as I would expect from a Gewurztraminer, with apple, hints of tropical fruit and floral elements present. Tasting distinctly of green apple, the wine had sound and well balanced acidity and mineral elements, finishing very dry. The producer Kreglinger Wines have further tasting notes on their website.
Overall this is a quality wine which is overpriced. I would recommend the Delatite Gewurztraiminer instead, which is half the price and a better wine.
Score: 7/10
Price: $25
Closure: Screwcap
Would I buy this wine again?
No, the producers need to knock $10 off the price.
I’m really disappointed to hear this…I’ve always heard great things about the Pipers Brook GWT (can’t bloomin’ spell the full name!!!) but I’ve not not tried it myself - will have to go hunt some down now to see/taste.
Comment by Tannia — July 9, 2006 @ 4:37 am
Dan Murphy’s carry this one, Winestar have the 2004 vintage.
Comment by Murray — July 9, 2006 @ 5:17 am