Wine

Colour: Medium gold.
Aromatics: This Chardonnay has stone fruit aromatics with nutty notes and hint of lees.
Palate: On the palate, it has rich peach and nectarine flavours, with a weighty texture and a long finish. Five barrels were made.  Suitable for vegans.

Technical Information

Region: Gimblett Gravels Wine Growing District®, Hawke’s Bay.
Vineyard: Roy’s Hill and Mere Road.
Variety: Chardonnay.
Harvest: Hand harvested 3rd and 10th March 2023.
Vinification: Whole bunch pressed and barrel fermented.
Maturation: Matured in French oak for 6 months (20% new).
Bottled: 10th October 2021
Analysis: Alc 12.5% vol.
Closure: Screwcap.
Fining: Fined with pea protein.
Cellaring Potential: 4-5 years.