Chardonnay (New Zealand) 2015

Cloudy Bay

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Tasting Notes

Juicy lemon, tangerine and apple flavors are accented by toast and spice notes and a hint of tobacco on a smooth body. Drink now.

Score: 89

Winespectator.com, Wine Spectator 01 January 2018

A full and ripe chardonnay that has plenty of toasty oak and savory grilled nuts as well as a swathe of ripe peach and pear fruits. Some grapefruit hints too. The palate has abundant stone fruits with a pithy citrusy edge. Oak gloss over the finish. Drink now. Screw cap.

Score: 92

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 13 November 2017

The 2015 Chardonnay offers delicate grapefruit, white peach and orange blossom notes with hints of brioche, marzipan and honeysuckle. The medium-bodied palate is finely constructed with plenty of freshness to support the savory and stone fruit flavors, finishing with satisfying length.

Score: 91

Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2016-2021 30 December 2016

RS 2 g/l. Subtle first impression with just a hint of smoky reduction and some cedar from the oak. Very fresh acidity, just tamed by the rounded texture. Creamy, citrus and a touch of struck match on the palate. Good but not as good value nor as pure as Kumeu River Chardonnays.

Score: 17

Julia Harding MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2017-2025 01 November 2016