Kumeu River 2021 Maté's Vineyard Chardonnay (Kumeu)
From over 30-year-old vineyards in the far north of New Zealand, this Chard leads with a delicate perfume of lemon peel, mandarin, pear, seashell and white blossom, with a subtle toasty underbelly. There's a juiciness to the pithy citrus fruit on the mid-weight palate. Quietly supportive oak and a mineral streak add a feeling of purity and poise. Highly food friendly, with polish and restraint, this drinks well now but could cellar until 2033. Christina Pickard
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Price$69,Buy Now
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DesignationMaté's Vineyard
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Alcohol13%
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Bottle Size750 ml
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CategoryWhite
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ImporterWilson Daniels Ltd
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Date Published4/1/2023
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