Tasting Notes
A smooth complex Chardonnay. Stonefruit, butterscotch, cream and warm oak finish. “Old school” Gisborne style.
Wine Information
- Winemaker: Andrew Nimmo
- Region: Gisborne
- Variety: Chardonnay
Chronology
- Harvest Date: March 17
- Bottling Date: July 18
- Release Date: March 19
Winemaker Notes
This wine was fermented in Flextank barrels under temperature control. This wine has undergone full malolactic fermentation with American and French oak additions to add to complexity and structure.
Viticulture Notes
Chardonnay was machine harvested in excellent condition from Adam Brodie’s vineyard in Matawhero.
Technical Details
- Alcohol: 12.8%
- Residual Sugar: <2.0
- TA: 5.7
- ph: 3.55
- Cellaring: 3-4 years
Awards
- Double bronze – NZ International Wine Show 2018 & 2019
