The Boneline Sharkstone Chardonnay 2018, Waipara, North Canterbury

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Fragrances of oak spice and toast, roasted white peaches and yellow nectarine, a fine nutty quality of cashew then a touch of baking spice. On the palate - weighty, creamy, toasty, fruity, quite luscious with a dry finish. Flavours mirror the nose with cashew and peach, apple and wood spices. Medium+-ish acidity, plenty of oak, but not too much, very generous in texture and flavour. There’s a core of crumbled stone minerality adding complexity and depth extending the finish and concentration. A balanced and well made wine. Best from today and through 2023.

94 Points

Cameron Douglas