Nomad's Gardens 'Melvilles Vineyard' Skin Contact White 2023 - 12 Bottles

Winery Overview

Nomad’s Gardens is a family-run venture based in Eldorado in North East Victoria, established in 2017 by Ben and Ellie Schulz Dahlenburg. They specialise in single-vineyard, low-intervention wines made with wild yeasts and minimal additives. Their fruit is sourced from diverse sites across North East Victoria, including King Valley, Beechworth, Rutherglen and Glenrowan.

Region & Vintage Conditions

The 2023 cool-climate season at Baxendale Vineyard allowed slow ripening and good phenolic development, perfect for a skin-contact white with freshness and grip.

Source

Single-vineyard fruit from the elevated Baxendale site, known for purity, acidity and expressive aromatics.

Winemaking

A portion of the fruit was fermented on skins to build texture, gentle tannin and aromatic depth. Minimal additions, with a focus on balance rather than overt extraction.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Pale amber.
Aroma: Citrus peel, stone fruit, dried herbs and subtle spice.
Palate: Textural and layered with gentle tannin, savoury elements and bright acidity.
Finish: Long, complex and lightly grippy.

Key Characteristics

Textural, aromatic and balanced, not overly tannic.
A clean, approachable take on skin-contact winemaking.
Ideal for those exploring orange-style wines.

Food Pairing

Pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, charcuterie, firm cheeses or spiced dishes. Excellent for thoughtful sipping.