Matawhero 'Church House' Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2021, Gisborne

Golden straw-yellow hues and very bright appearance lead to a bouquet of power and intensity from ripe yellow-fleshed stone fruit, whispers of butter scotch and brazil-nut, there’s no mistaking the mix of oak spices and newer barrel sweetness. Lovely weight and intensity on the palate with a satin-cream touch before the fruit, acidity and warming alcohol layer in for complexity and mouthfeel. Dry, well made with a heartbeat of Gisborne and sunshine and a lengthy smooth textured finish. Great drinking from late 2023 through 2030.

94 Ppoints

Excellent

RRP from $30.99