“The amount of beautiful things in your life depends on your ability to notice them.” Gewürztraminer is one of the most distinctive and expressive white varieties in the world, yet it often slips by unnoticed, usually overshadowed by the familiar comfort of Chardonnay, the reliability of Riesling, or the popularity of Sauvignon Blanc. It’s a variety that seemingly needs you to actually notice what’s in the glass. When you do, you realise just how much beauty it offers.
Part of the reason Gewürztraminer goes unappreciated is that it is not trendy. It is more a wine of curiosity with the broader wine drinker. However, every now and then, a producer comes along who treats the variety with the respect it deserves. Suddenly people start to take notice and, dare I say, thank God!
Huntington Estate is one of those producers. I like how they have never made wines to fit a fashion. They make wines because they believe in their vineyards and in the varieties they champion. Their Gewürztraminer shows their sense of confidence in the variety, and the 2026 release feels like a wine that could help more people see what they have been missing.
Live simply. Laugh often. Wine a lot.
Region: Mudgee, NSW Price: $35 Source: Sample thanks kindly to Huntington Estate
Beautifully and vibrantly aromatic, this Gewürztraminer opens with floral, musky and gently herbal notes that provide the perfect introduction to the variety. The palate follows with plenty of tropical fruit flavours, wrapped in bright, crisp acidity that keeps everything lively and refreshing. It’s bone dry, but far from austere. There’s a little ‘frisky’ edge thanks to its youthful energy, and the flavours carry nicely through the mid‑palate. The finish is clean, dry and refreshing inviting another sip. This Gewürztraminer is one of those beautiful things…if you’re willing to notice it. Please do so.
Words from a Wine Glass 