Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay 2022 750ml

Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay 2022 750ml Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay boasts an incredible 14 years in a row of 90 points from Robert Parker and 2425 years of 90 from Wine Spectator Its too soon for this justreleased Chardonnay but be assured the accolades will be flowing in no short order Crafted by longtime Master of Wine Michael Brajkovich MW one of the worlds finest exponents of the Chardonnay grape Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay is an underpriced beautifully refined Chardonnay that has trounced many expensive white Burgundies in blind tastings presided over by the worlds finest critics Styled like a Puligny Montrachet with amazing purity a hint of luxury and seductive elegance this 2021 completes a trio of absolutely stellar vintages If you desire to drink worldclass Chardonnay with purity and precision and pay modestly for the pleasure 2020 Kumeu River Estate is a wine you should hoard to enjoy through 20302035 More than one case is recommended should finances permit TASTING NOTES Nose Subtle grapefruit and florals over pure peach nectarine biscuit hazelnut and hints of toasty vanilla Taste Enthralling vivacious and very concentrated It deliciously fattens out to reveal a creamy core of midpalate flavour before pirouetting to a long beguiling finish laced with pure stonefruit and delicious mealy nutty complexities A perfect array of flavour complexity balance and elegance 2021 Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay is not just benchmark Kiwi quality at its price it also sets the bar globally Enjoy roast white meats and poultry and richer seafood Alc 135 Whiskeyonline Whiskyonline NZ Alc 135 Whiskeyonline Whiskyonline NZ