Chardonnay from New Zealand - Hawke's Bay
Review Date : 05-Aug-2025
Bright, even, pale yellow. The nose is rich, with aromas of stonefruit, citrus, roasted hazelnut, toast, and flinty smoke. Medium-full bodied, aromas of peach, nectarine and lemon intermixed with toast, roasted hazelnut, vanilla and flint. The rich, toasty details underlined the bright fruit and fresh acidity, lending a bold, vanillin finish. This Chardonnay is rich, bold and toasty. Match with grilled chicken and roasted pork over the next 5+ years. Fermented to 13.5% alc. 18+/20 pts (91 pts) Sep 2025 RRP $60
