Kumeu Village Chardonnay 2023

Kumeu River, northwest of Auckland is without a doubt one of  NZ’s finest chardonnay producers.  Master of Wine and Winemaker Michael Brajkovich has been crafting fine chardonnay at the estate since the 1980’s.  Hand picked fruit and vigorous selection from the low yielding vines, whole bunch pressed, wild yeasts, a third of the fruit fermented in French oak barriques and full malolactic fermentation to soften the pristine acidity and add texture and dimension. Kumeu’s “entry-level” chardonnay reveals the true class of this producer. Vastly underpriced for the sheer quality in the glass. The weighty mid-palate also shows peachy ripeness along with crisp acid minerality that gives the wine a refreshing cleansing quality. This wine is delightful as an aperitif, and even better to drink with fish and shellfish. 

The Finer Details
Style - White Wine
Varietal -  Chardonnay
Country - New Zealand
Region - Kumeu
Vintage - 2023
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 12.5%
Other - Vegan Friendly