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Yarra Valley Reserve Release EZ 2010
Region
Yarra Valley
Appearance
Light straw with vibrant green tinges.
Bouquet
Typical aromas of lychees and orange blossom floral notes associated with Gewurztraminer. There are undertones of citrus zest and mineral notes associated with the Riesling and Gris in the blend.
Palate
The palate shows texture and balance. There is lifted floral and exotic notes from the Gewurtz while still maintaining freshness and delicacy from both the Riesling and Gris. The palate shows lovely mid palate softness and the finish is long.
Vintage Conditions
The 2009 – 2010 growing season saw our earliest budburst for sometime. Timely rainfall received in early summer gave the vineyard some relief from a dry winter and spring. Conditions for ripening Gewurtz, Riesling and Pinot Gris were ideal with warm days and cool nights. Fruit was picked in optimal condition.
Winemaking
Once all varieties were at optimal physiological ripeness, they were hand harvested, sorted and co-fermented together. The juice once gently whole bunch pressed was not acidified, clarified or inoculated prior to racking to older French oak casks. Here it was allowed to complete primary fermentation naturally. Post fermentation, the wine was stirred and topped fortnightly until stabilisation and bottling in June 2010.
Wine Analysis
Alc/Vol: 12.5% v/v pH: 3.11 TA: 6.6g/L
Cellaring
This wine is made for immediate enjoyment, however will continue to develop further with further cellaring in a good cellar.
Suggested Cuisine
Try this wine with Asian inspired food.
General Characteristics
Dry Medium Bodied
93 Points
no review give, just rated
James Halliday, Wine Companion 2012, August 2011
"There are few unique wines but this is truly innovative. Winemaker Steve Webber has recreated an Alsace edelzwicker, using gewurztraminer, riesling and pinot gris. Stunning, expressive wild spice aromatics lead to a luxurious and exotic palate."
Jeff Collerson, Daily Telegraph, April 2011
94 Points
"This is a three-way blend of gewurztraminer, riesling and pinot gris, named in shorthand after the Alsatian 'edelzwicker' wines, meaning 'field blend'. It leads a musky, exotic gewurz, sweet floral perfume, lychee, lime and spice. The palate's smoothly honed, worked into creamy shape, and tastes of lychee, lime and pears. Terrific vision, courageously executed."
Nick Stock, The Age - Good Wine Guide 2011, January 2011
"A superb aromatic blend of gewurztraminer, riesling and pinot gris. The nose is floral and spicy, the palate multi-layered. It shines brightest when served with food."
Toni Paterson, Australian House and Garden, December 2010
94 Points
"You could accurately name the varietal mix simply from the flavour profile, such is the precision. Gewurztraminer brings it's rosewater aromatics, Riesling its cut of lemon zest and Pinot Gris, juicy, fleshy pear fruit and mixed spice. It's all chased by a wave for finely textured minerality."
Tyson Stelzer, Wine 100, December 2010
90 Points
"A blend of gewurztraminer, riesling and pinot gris, it is modelled on Alsace Edelzwicker, hence EZ. The aroma is gewurz-driven: spicy and lychee-like. It's rich and rounded in the mouth, with refined texture and good balance. Long and satisfying, yet retains lightness and zip. Best young. Food Washed-rind cheese."
Huon Hooke, The Sunday Morning Herald, November 2010
4/5 Stars
"The story: Winemaker Steve Webber is always busy exploring new styles and blends, and here he's put together what he calls an "Edelzwicker", the EZ, from gewurztraminer, riesling and pinot gris reflecting an Alsatian blend that has plenty going for it. A sibling riesling also is a cracker.
The flavour: A real gloss to this wine rose-like perfume off the gewurz followed by terrific pink lady apple flavours and an exciting crunch to boot. It's all about the fragrance and freshness."
Value: Fair
Verdict: Most refreshing
Tony Love, Daily Telegraph/Herald Sun/Adelaide Advertiser/Courier Mail, September 2010
93 Points
"In many ways the most interesting wine of the three reviewed here, EZ is a blend of 40% riesling, 40% gewurztraminer and 20% pinot gris, cask fermented with wild yeast, taken through a full malolactic fermentation, with frequent lees stirring. It has a distinctive perfume, with a subliminal hint of clove, and the palate reveals more and more with each taste, expanding on the finish. 150 cases made; apart from cellar door, Melbourne-dwellers will find it on the list at Longrain."
James Halliday, The Australian, September 2010
91 Points
"It's so delicious it's scary. If you're anywhere close to modestly spiced food, it would be easy to crave a few glasses. Terrific fragrance. Smooth, slinky texture. Vibrant flavours of green apple and rosewater. Spicey finish. Soft at every turn, but not oily. A wine you just want to drink and drink and drink."
Campbell Mattinson, winefront.com.au, July 2010
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