Private Bin | East Coast
Chardonnay
Vintage 2023
Description
Viticulture
Winemaking
This wine is fruit-driven in style, exhibiting ripe peach with underlying citrus blossom and fig characters. On the palate, these flavours are enhanced by a creamy texture and a delicate suggestion of oak. A medium bodied Chardonnay that is styled for enjoyment upon release with or without food.
The 2023 season was warm with frequent late summer rain presenting a few challenges. Meticulous vineyard management was crucial to retain healthy vines and develop desired flavours in the fruit. Harvested throughout Hawkes Bay and Gisborne regions where the maritime climate is perfect for slowly ripening Chardonnay, promoting flavour, intensity and freshness.
Chardonnay fruit was gently pressed and juice fermented with light solids in stainless steel tanks. Maturation on yeast lees in the presence of subtle oak along with partial malolactic has created a mouth filling wine with gentle texture and body.
