Akarua RUA Chardonnay 2019, Central Otago

An enticing bouquet with aromas of white peach and sweet lemon, citrus blossoms and leesy spices. A quietly emerging layer of minerality with white smoke and stone adds complexity and charm. Crisp, tense, refreshing and dry on the palate with flavours that reflect citrus and stone fruit, mineral and floral. Plenty of acidity and fine lees textures lead to a balanced and well made, ready to enjoy wine. Best from today and through 2024. The use of neutral oak enhancing the mineral, citrus and pure fruit attributes make this wine useful for food pairing and cellar time if required. A Chablis - styled example.

93 Points

Excellent