Ladbroke Grove Wines Speakeasy Adelaide Hills Gewurztraminer 2018

Product Description

Winery Background

Ladbroke Grove Wines is a family-run winery in Coonawarra, South Australia, first established in 1982. After a period of quiet, John Cox and Marie Valenzuela brought new life to the brand, expanding vineyards and focusing on premium varietals. Their Speakeasy range, including this Gewurztraminer, showcases cool-climate fruit with a touch of character and charm, particularly from the Kuitpo sub-region of Adelaide Hills.

Region & Vintage Conditions

This 2018 vintage comes from the cooler Adelaide Hills, where gentle diurnal shifts and elevated terrain yield grapes with aromatic intensity and fresh acidity. It was crafted in a style described as “fresh and quite elegant”, notably avoiding the overblown characteristics that can affect Gewurztraminer.

Winemaking

The wine was fermented in stainless steel and aged on lees for six months, a technique used to enhance depth and complexity while maintaining aromatic clarity and structure.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Very pale yellow hue

• Aroma: Delicate and refined, with notes of lavender, musk, rose petals, and a whisper of Turkish delight

• Palate: Soft and gently textured, with balanced acidity and medium length, offering a taut yet inviting profile

• Finish: Elegant and poised, maintaining a refined sense of freshness
  
  

Food Pairing

This wine shines with dishes that can match its aromatic personality: think light Asian fare, lightly spiced cuisine, and fragrantly seasoned dishes, or enjoy it solo to appreciate its nuanced aroma and texture.

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