A classically styled Hawke's Bay Chardonnay
Subtle hints of butter with smoky oak add complexity & layers of flavour
Pairs perfectly with fish, shellfish, poultry & fresh seasonal salads
Vidal Reserve Hawke’s Bay Chardonnay 2023
Vidal Reserve Hawke’s Bay Chardonnay 2023
Description
- Smoky oak
- Lemon & nectarine
- Butter & grilled nuts
- Juicy acidity
This classically styled Hawke's Bay Chardonnay displays aromas of sweet lemon, nectarine and grilled nuts. Subtle hints of butter and smoky oak add complexity and layers of flavour. The palate is linear and refreshing with the riper fruit notes supported by juicy acidity.
This wine was made with a blend of fruit from our Keltern vineyard in Maraekakaho and Phoenix vineyard in the Tuki Tuki Valley. The soil type and climate of each site have contributed particular characters to the final wine.
2023 was a tricky season to navigate in Hawke's Bay with frequent summer rain however Chardonnay came to the fore and with careful vineyard management and free draining soils, the resulting wines express fruit intensity and palate definition.
Once pressed the juice was run to a mix of stainless steel tank and oak barrels for fermentation. Yeast was chosen to highlight the complexity and richness of Hawke's Bay Chardonnay. After primary fermentation was complete, full malolactic fermentation took place to add weight to the palate and the wine was left maturing on lees with frequent stirring for 9 months before preparation for bottling.
Sensitive winemaking has allowed site and season to be reflected, supporting the complex and elegant style of wine.
Food Pairing: Fish, shellfish, poultry and fresh seasonal salads.
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