TW Wines Reserve Gisborne Chardonnay 2018

Description

Aromas of ripe peach and tropical fruit, with just a hint of nutty oak. The palate offers flavours of nectarine, ripe grapefruit and hazelnut.

Harvested in the cool of the morning, the Chardonnay was then crushed and destemmed to the press where two press cuts were made to maximise final varietal expression. Once pressed the two juice fractions were slightly clarified before inoculation with aromatic and complexity enhancing yeast. Careful temperature control during ferment ensured that stone fruit and tropical aromas were retained as well as amplifying palate texture. Malolactic fermentation with oak adds creamy nutty notes and length while fully integrating the new oak characters.

Food Pairing: The fresh fruit character and elegant richness of this Chardonnay will pair perfectly with rich chicken dishes, as well as fresh seafood. Scallops wrapped in bacon, or freshly steamed mussels with garden herbs – or enjoy with your favourite chees and antipasti.