Hand-picked and fermented and lees-aged in new American oak, the 2008 vintage (3*) is a peachy, nutty wine with good body and freshness, but less oak would have been better.
Details
Type: White Wines
Variety: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2008
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★ – 3 Stars
Price: $30 NZD
Sweetness: DRY
Value for Money: –V
Buyer’s Guide Edition: 2012
The overall rating for quality is Tentative, as Michael has only reviewed a small number of vintages of this particular wine.