5 STARS (93/100):
Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, April, 2023.
View More AwardsMain Divide Waipara Valley Chardonnay 2023
'Stylish and engaging, the complex bouquet shows crunchy apple, apricot, roasted nut and lemon zest aromas with a lovely gun smoke overtone. The palate delivers excellent weight and persistency, wonderfully supported by refined texture and vibrant acidity. Harmonious and structured with a lengthy focused finish'. - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, April,...
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'Stylish and engaging, the complex bouquet shows crunchy apple, apricot, roasted nut and lemon zest aromas with a lovely gun smoke overtone. The palate delivers excellent weight and persistency, wonderfully supported by refined texture and
vibrant acidity. Harmonious and structured with a lengthy focused finish'. - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, April, 2023. - The nose is packed with an abundance of citrus and stone fruit, together with the tropical aromas of pineapple and guava.
- Interspersed also with floral notes reminiscent of honeysuckle and jasmine.
- The palate is concentrated and mouth-filling, yet balanced with refreshing acidity that complements its lingering dry finish.
- Screwcap. 13.50% alcohol content.