Stumpy Gully Marsanne is a brilliant reminder that Mornington Peninsula can do far more than Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Grown on one of the warmer pockets of the Stumpy Gully estate in Moorooduc, this wine shows the variety’s natural generosity while still carrying the freshness and restraint that the Peninsula does so well. It is a confident, slightly offbeat white for drinkers who want something beyond the usual suspects, and Stumpy Gully has handled it with a lovely sense of balance. The result is a Mornington Peninsula Marsanne that feels textural, aromatic and quietly distinctive, with plenty of personality from the first pour.

The nose opens with ripe pear, stone fruit and citrus, followed by soft honeysuckle, gentle spice and a subtle savoury note that gives the wine extra interest. On the palate, the fruit sits in that lovely space between generous and restrained, with peach, lemon curd and orchard fruit carried by a rounded texture and enough acidity to keep everything fresh. This Stumpy Gully Marsanne finishes smooth, expressive and food friendly, making it an easy choice for anyone chasing an alternative Australian white wine with both flavour and charm.

Pair it with roast chicken, grilled pork, creamy seafood dishes or a soft washed rind cheese. It is a stylish Australian Marsanne that offers texture, warmth and easy drinkability without losing its cool climate composure.