Chardonnay from New Zealand - Marlborough
Review Date : 16-Jun-2023
Bright, even, pale yellow with some depth. The nose is opulent and lifted, with aromas of stonefruit, orchard fruit and blossom melded with almond pastry and vanilla. Medium-bodied, aromas of peach entwined with apple, pear and pear blossom, unfolding pear skin, almond croissant, vanilla and spice. The wine is dry with a clean, crisp flow; refreshing acidity enriched by subtle spice and almond pastry details lends a lean, focused finish. This Chardonnay possesses a pure focus with crisp fruit and acidity, adorned by elegant details of almond and spice. Match with salt-baked snapper and pork lain over the next 5+ years. Fruit from Carter Family Vineyard, 13.5% alc, organic certified. 18.5/20 pts (93 pts) June 2023 RRP $33
