DÜFTE PUNKT* Eden Valley Aromatic Field Blend 2025

2025

94pts + 5 stars "Gorgeously fruited and enticing, the bouquet showcases pineapple, mango, lychee, grapefruit, and subtle spice notes. The palate delivers succulent fruit intensity and a fleshy texture, splendidly supported by bright acidity, leading to a lingering, delectable finish. A field blend of Gewurztraminer, Riesling, & Kerner." - Sam Kim, The Wine Orbit

93+pts + SILVER "A co-fermented mash-up of riesling (38%), gewürztraminer (34%), kerner (21%) and pinot gris (7%) with oodles of slinky character and tones of grapefruit, poached pear and red apple skin, hints of rose petals, Turkish delight, mineral salts, clover blossom, almond paste, crème fraîche and crushed stone. I really dig these textural white blends from Chaffey Bros. They're all built around one central tenet, drinkability, and they do it really well" - Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion

93pts "Pale straw with brilliant clarity. The aroma is intensely aromatic, showing jasmine, citrus blossom, lychee and exotic spice. The palate is lively and expressive with citrus fruits and exotic spices, peaches and pears, supported by soft acidity and fine structural texture. The blend shows excellent integration and energy. The finish is fresh, perfumed and persistent. The freshness and complexity make it both intriguing and highly drinkable. A modern style for the next gen!" - Vinomasters

92pts "A field blend, the team aim to incorporate ‘the spiciness of the Gewürztraminer, the precision of Riesling and the texture of Kerner. From the Fechner Vineyard in the Eden Valley, the three components are co-fermented. The colour is a near invisible straw. The aromatics are very much the highlight, and we have lifted notes of spices, citrus, florals, nectarine, musk and lavender. Fine acidity runs the full journey in this wine of medium length. Pleasant drinking now and over the next couple of years." - SA Wine Guide 2026

91pts "Light, bright yellow with riesling florals and a touch of gewürz spice on the nose, or at least some terpene character. The wine is rich and flavoursome in the mouth with generous spicy flavour and a touch of opulence, assisted by a little sweetness. The finish sustains the sweetness. A charming wine, but it's not obvious what food it would go best with." - Huon Hooke, The Real Review

2024

95pts + GOLD - New World Wine Awards NZ 2025

5 stars + 94pts "It's fabulously aromatic on the nose, showing pineapple, lychee, apricot, lime peel, and subtle spice notes. The palate is equally appealing with succulent fruit intensity and fleshy texture, splendidly supported by well-pitched acidity, finishing long and tasty. A blend of Riesling, Gewurztraminer & Kerner." - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

94pts "Pale straw with aromatic lift. The aroma is highly perfumed, showing lychee, rose petal, citrus and exotic spice. The palate is vibrant and textural, delivering aromatic intensity balanced by fresh acidity and subtle phenolic grip. There is excellent harmony between varieties, and a gentle phenolic grip adds structure and makes it particularly food-friendly. The finish is long, floral and refreshing. A distinctive and aromatic blend with character and charm. It balances perfume and structure with impressive precision." - Vinomasters

93pts "An assault of aromas. Rosewater, potpourri, preserved lemon, golden apple flesh, peach skin, packet taco seasoning, sea spray, roast chicken chips/crisps, fresh ginger, tobacco and white stones. Intensity ratcheted up as the framework holds firm. Acidity matching the palate weight, making for a hefty, yet cracking release. Stony, saline, bittersweet/savoury through the long finish. Yes please." - Regan Drew, Vino Notebook

93pts "A vinous tryptic of riesling, gewürztraminer and kerner from the Fechner vineyard in the Eden Valley. Head-spinning aromatics of bath salts, Turkish delight, those wee boiled lollies, citrus fruits, rose petals, pressed flowers, soft spice, pouch tobacco and jasmine. Some nice palate weight and texture here, dialed in nicely with the stony acidity and maybe just a splash of yellow plum as it fades. I really like these sort of styles of wine. Bonza!" - Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion

92pts "A co-ferment of Riesling, Gewürztraminer and Kerner, a German grape now making its home in the Eden Valley. While it's not noted on the wine's label, this is off-dry. The aromatics are delightful and welcoming in aromas of lychee, passionfruit pulp, lime peel, lime cordial, lemon and spice. The touch of spring wildflowers adds a fresh note. The palate sits in the apple, citrus and pear spectrum with spices sprinkled throughout. Boasts a gentle sweetness combined with a warm, lemon curd texture matched to juicy, fresh acidity. Well-suited to drinking now and enjoying with Thai food. Düfte Punkt translates to “fragrant point” and is one of a series of Punkt aromatic whites released by Chaffey Bros" - Jeni Port, Winepilot

91pts "Pale straw hue. Beautifully lifted exotic aromas, stone fruit, musk, frangipani and acacia florals touch of pear. Lovely vinosity and character – stone fruit, rosewater and musk. Slinky texture with touch of spice on the finish. Modern field blend of interest." - 2025 The Vintage Journal Barossa Guide

91pts "Aromas of rose petals, pomelo, quince, apple blossoms and spices. The palate is light-bodied with a nice texture, a slight phenolic grip and a touch of residual sugar. A field blend of riesling, gewurztraminer and kerner." - James Suckling Reviews

91pts "An Eden Valley field blend with a weird name and standout label - what is not to, at the very least, intrigue? The name apparently means aromas point, make of that what you will. The wine is a blend of Riesling, Gewürztraminer and Kerner, which are co-fermented, and is an explosion of flavours. From the Fechner vineyard, the wine is a very pale, gleaming straw hue. The Gewürz is to the fore at this early stage, well supported by its amigos. We have lychee notes, lavender, orange rind, musk, bath salts, citrus and florals. An off-dry style with fresh acidity and decent length which will provide terrific drinking, especially if matching some full throttle Asian dishes, for the next two to four years" - SA Wine Guide 2025

2023

93pts "A funky field blend of co-fermented riesling, gewürztraminer and kerner from the Fechner vineyard. Light straw in the glass with heady aromas of citrus, peach skin and poached pear along with hints of Turkish delight, mineral salts, pressed wildflowers, clotted cream and almond paste. Über-slinky and textural on the palate with citrus and yellow plum fruits expanding then contracting with a tight flex of nervy acidity propelling long, perfumed and savoury on the exit" - Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion

90pts "Very light yellow colour; delicate dried peach, dried pear aromas, attractive lychee/spicy almost gewurzy high notes. The wine is generous and rich on palate yet also restrained and not too heavy. There is texture and it's soft and fleshy, the finish not fully dry but nicely balanced and very approachable young" - Huon Hooke, The Real Review

2022

94pts "I like the name and I like the wine. A real Germanic fruit salad-esque blend here of riesling, gewürztraminer and kerner, from the cool climes of the Eden Valley. Straw in the glass with heady aromas of lime and citrus, Turkish delight, crushed stone, white flowers, rose petals and almond paste. Textural, stony, sapid and pure, it cuts a lovely line on the palate, sashaying with a confident and delicious gait. Finishes dry and crisp, like sucking on a river pebble ... if you're into that. Regardless, it's lovely" - Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion

91pts "Hyper floral is the signature for this label. A mélange of rosewater, minerally pink salt, pink grapefruit, honeycomb, native blossom, lime zest, pear and lychee. The just viscous and creamy weight off-set by salty spice and spiky acidity. Bittersweet citrus lingers. Such a unique blend that absolutely comes into its own with spiced SE-Asian foods" - Regan Drew, Vino Notebook

90pts "A very unusual Australian dry white. Tropical-flower, hibiscus and honeysuckle aromas are married to a creamy medium body with moderate acidity and a touch of grapefruit pith-like bitterness on the palate. A field blend of riesling, gewurztraminer and kerner" - James Suckling Reviews

2021

91pts "Such a potently fragrant blend. Hyper rosewater/ Turkish Delight intertwined with soft honey, lime sorbet, green mango, pear flesh and crushed salt. The palate tighter and more focused than the nose: steely and ramrod straight with just waxy phenolics offering a buffer sprinkled with pepper and salt spice. Add to your favourite chilli heat S-E Asian foods." - Regan Drew, Vino Notebook

2020

92pts "Big hit of lime juice and fruit, pink rock salt, poached pear, grapefruit, mango chutney, rosewater and Turkish Delight “dust.” With weight and viscosity and dry spice from the Gewurz (and a touch of the Kerner) and thrust from the Riesling. Fleshier than one expects and a far drier experience than the nose suggests, there's just a little phenolic textural chew that provides versatility. Continues the signature label saline, quinine-esque and grapefruit bittersweet finish. Unique and worthy." - Regan Drew, Vino Notebook

90pts "A mellow white with baked-apple and soft pastry-like aromas and flavors on offer. Soft, easy and smooth." - James Suckling

90pts "Lifted citrus aromas, there's a lick of rose water and lychee in there as well. Citrus flavours dominate, but there's a grapey, muscaty roundness to it as well. Lively and bright acidity. There's some grippy phenolics that add to the complexity." - Aaron Brasher, The Real Review

2019

91pts "Like a stroll through a CWA shop. Rosewater and pink musk sticks, lychee fruit with citrus of dilute lime cordial, brown pear, rock salt and a “face spray” refreshment. A textural, yet refined palate that offers above expectation fleshy breadth. Bittersweet lime pith, brown pomme all with a saline drying, long finish. Familiar, yet alien and a pleasure to enjoy." - Regan Drew, Vino Notebook

90pts "Bright lemon and melon with hints of pear-drop and spiced tropical-fruit perfume. The palate has a soft, elegant and fresh feel with bright tropical-fruit and lemon flavors. A field blend of riesling, gewurztraminer and kerner." - James Suckling Reviews

90pts "Offering instant aromatic charm, as these blends often do. Mandarin blossom, musk, lemon bitters and green apples. Oily and unctuous when sipped, bruised red apples and gewürzy rosewater. Acidity is soft and may not go the distance. Drinking beautifully now" - Nick Butler, The Real Review

2017

92pts "The sizzle of apple, the rush of lychee, the swoon of musk. This is exotic and lively, the combination charming. It feels fine. It feels pure. There's a textural element too. Any day of the week. It's good." - Campbell Mattinson, Wine Front

91pts "Equal contributions from riesling, gewurztraminer and weiber herold (aka kerner). The bouquet is full of exotic, scented bath powder, lychee and rose petals, the palate nodding in support, and adding acidity. Well worth a nerdy look." - James Halliday, Halliday Wine Companion

2016

HOT100 (3rd consecutive year) "Beautiful cold tea and flowers. Delicate palate and length with a touch of green strawberry and herb." - Adelaide Review's HOT100

2015

93pts "41/38/21% co-fermented blend of riesling, gewurztraminer and weißer herold. It lives up to its billing as an aromatic blend. Rosewater, lychee, Granny Smith apple and citrus notes rush the nose and mouth. Lots of texture this year, and an associated impression of richness. Crisp/fresh context. No question of its quality." - Campbell Mattinson, Halliday Wine Companion

Hot 100 SA - Adelaide Review's Hot 100 SA

2014

Hot 100 SA "Grapefruit, wet stone and juniper. Lifted aromatics provide real interest. Nice core of fruit and a mouthwatering finish." - Adelaide Review's Hot 100 SA