Certified organic, the ageworthy 2018 vintage (5*) is a single-vineyard wine, hand-picked and fermented and matured for 14-16 months in old French oak barrels. Bright, light lemon/green, it is fragrant and full-bodied, with pure, grapefruit-like flavours, gentle mealy, biscuity notes adding complexity, lively acidity, and impressive subtlety and refinement. Best drinking 2023+.
Details
Type: White Wines
Variety: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2018
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★★★ – 5 Stars
Price: $48 NZD
Sweetness: DRY
Value for Money: AV
Buyer’s Guide 2022
The overall rating for quality is Tentative, as Michael has only reviewed a small number of vintages of this particular wine.
When to drink: 2023