RICH AND REWARDING BF CHARDONNAY FROM A TOP HAWKE'S BAY PRODUCER
FIVE STARS 95/100 | Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
93/100 'Excellent' | Cameron Douglas MS - "There's no denying the impact and power of this wine"
This premium Hawke's Bay Chardonnay comes with a proven previous pedigree and, once again, winemaker Dave McKee has delivered a masterclass with this 2023 release. This is a powerful barrel fermented wine whose natural generosity is balanced with a delightful seam of fresh acidity. The palate is mouth filling and persistent. World class wine and our clear favourite from the trusted Black Barn portfolio.
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Sam Kim, Wine Orbit writes "Wonderfully composed and styled, the wine shows white flesh nectarine, lemon pith, nougat, oatmeal and cashew aromas with hint of flinty complexity. The concentrated palate delivers terrific weight and focus, superbly structured by beautifully pitched acidity, finishing impressively long and linear."
Cameron Douglas MS writes "There’s no mistaking the impact and power of this wine with its full-bodied palate impact, flavours of stone fruits and grapefruit, barrel and lees flavours and spice. Peach and apple, grapefruit and new wood flavours. Fine wood and fruit tannins, medium+ acid line and satin-cream finish deliver a wine of substance and texture."
The winery writes "Complex and very sophisticated bouquet with aromas of fresh apricot and red apple, peach and lees complexity. Complex and seamless, very youthful, primary and curious."
Stock Level: | High |
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Vintage: | 2023 |
Volume: | 750ml |
Alcohol: | 14 |
Seal Type: | Screwcap |