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Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay 2023
HED27652
75 cl
13%
£28.00
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On the nose, Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay 2023 reveals aromas of crisp green apples, citrus zest, and subtle hints of toasted oak. The palate is marked by a vibrant acidity balanced with a rich creaminess, showcasing flavors of ripe stone fruits and a delicate minerality. Fermentation in French oak barrels contributes to its structure and complexity while maintaining an elegant freshness.
This Chardonnay is sourced from the Kumeu Valley, a region known for its distinctive terroir. The 2023 vintage benefits from a warm growing season, allowing the grapes to reach optimal ripeness. Kumeu River is recognized for its traditional winemaking techniques, including minimal intervention, which enhances the purity of fruit expression in the wine. It is a solid representation of New Zealand`s capability to produce refined Chardonnays with depth and character.
91 Robert Parker
The 2023 Estate Chardonnay leads with preserved citrus, white flowers, crushed nuts and brine. In the mouth, the wine is light and lacy—hints of green apple, nectarine and a little tangerine—with taut acidity that vibrates through the ethereally weighted fruit. It`s a light iteration of this wine and lovely for it. It was made with handpicked fruit, whole-bunch pressed and barrel fermented using indigenous yeasts. 12.5% alcohol`s sealed under screw cap. - Erin Larkin
88 Vinous
A blend of several parcels in and around Kumeu, the 2023 Chardonnay Estate is done in a lighter, skip-along style than most recent vintages. Athletic with a tight, acid-driven finish, the wine's fruit is in the cooler, citrussy spectrum. A leesy texture builds some softness through the light-bodied core. A subtle hint of nuttiness lingers on the medium-length finish.
16 Jancis Robinson
A blend of six different sites in Kumeu on clay with 60% owned by the Brajkoviches but all farmed by Milan B. All dry-farmed. Lots of different clones. 15, 6, 95, 54 and 1066.Hand-harvested. Whole-bunch pressed. Spontaneous fermentation in used French oak barrels (usually 20% new but not for this lighter vintage). 100% malo. 11 months’ maturation in barrel.Distinctly lemon nose and mouth-filling. Good substance on the palate and definition. Great drink for the near term! Quite a step up from the Village. Athletic. I asked about ageability and was assured by Paul Brajkovich that the 2019 is looking very good now. Neat finish. (JR)
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