Matawhero Single Vineyard Gisborne Chardonnay 2024

Description

Butterscotch, Melon, Unoaked

"This is beautifully ripe and attractively expressed on the nose, showing apricot, rockmelon, lemon peel, vanilla, and roasted cashew aromas. The palate delivers excellent weight and silky flow, splendidly supported by juicy acidity, finishing lingering and flavoursome. At its best: now to 2028" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Mar 2025

"Ripe, complex and distinctive bouquet with scents of ripe peach and lemon peel, cashew and apple. the spices from barrel and fermenting fruit adds a layer of complexity and intrigue. On the palate a dry, fuller-bodied expression with layers of textures first then fruit flavours that reflect the bouquet,. There’s some firmness with tannins and acidity engaging the palate senses first, then core fruit flavours layer in. Well made and need time to settle more with best drinking from early 2026 through 2030+" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, Mar 2025

Ripe melon and peach abound with butterscotch and fig notes. A Gisborne favourite, this Chardonnay is rich, ripe fruit, with peach flavours and an inherent creaminess.

Food Pairing: Seafood, light cheese, chicken or veal are great matches. Vegan friendly.