The 2010 vintage (3.5*) was grown on the Takapau Plains, in Central Hawke’s Bay, and fully barrel-fermented. The bouquet is creamy and buttery; the palate is fresh and distinctly citrusy, with toasty, leesy notes adding complexity, very good depth and a dry, crisp finish. Worth cellaring.
Details
Type: White Wines
Variety: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2010
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★✰ – 3.5 Stars
Price: $25 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.