Description
This wine offers enticing aromas of lemon, honeysuckle and brioche with subtle hints of smoke and bees’ wax. The palate is rich and is full flavoured - a balance of concentrated, ripe fruit and toasty French oak offset by a thread of fresh, citrus acidity.
Awards
5 stars Michael Cooper’s Buyer’s Guide
Certifications
Alcohol
13.5%
Analytical data
1.0 g/l residual sugar
6.0 g/l acidity
3.2 pH
Vinification
From our coastal vineyard where the sea breezes moderate temperatures, this block is situated on the banks of the Wairau Diversion. The silts and river stones combined with our 16 – 20-year-old Mendoza clone vines are the perfect match. The 2021 vintage was rewarding for our Chardonnay which arrived at the winery in pristine condition, perfectly ripe and full of flavour.
Was malolactic fermentation used: yes
Was high-solid fermentation used: yes
Bottling
Closure: Screw top