Gibbston Valley China Terrace Chardonnay 2019, Central Otago

Fine, complex, pure white fleshed fruits bouquet, mineral and very attractive. Flavours and textures on the palate include - lemon and barely sugar, white peach, grapefruit and white flowers. There’s a core of minerality then oak flavours of new wood spices and vanilla, some raw sugar and toast. A youthful wine with plenty of acidity, minerality, fruit and freshness - all needing time to fully integrate. There’s a fine nutty quality from the oak adding depth and complexity. Long finish. Ready from late 2021 through 2029.

94 Points

Excellent