Falconhead Hawkes Bay Gewurztraminer 2025

Falconhead Hawke's Bay Gewürztraminer is a wonderfully fragrant, gently off-dry Gewürztraminer from Hawke's Bay, bursting with rosewater, lychee, ripe pear and a touch of cinnamon spice. The palate is smooth and softly textured, with juicy stone fruit and a hint of citrus meeting gentle acidity. A little residual sweetness rounds out the flavours without making it heavy, while a lingering lychee and floral finish keeps things interesting. Richly aromatic yet beautifully approachable, it's a natural partner for Thai curries, fragrant Asian dishes or anything with a little ginger and spice. Equally enjoyable lightly chilled on a sunny afternoon.

What the winery says:

Named after the native New Zealand falcon, Falconhead celebrates the kārearea that have long played a role in natural pest management at the producer's Riverview Vineyard in Hawke's Bay. The winery describes this Gewürztraminer as an off-dry style, offering classic rosewater, lychee, pear and cinnamon spice aromas, with gentle acidity and a long, deliciously fruity finish.

What the experts say:

Cameron Douglas MS, 90/100 (2025 Vintage)
“Balanced and well made with best drinking from day of purchase through 2028.”