Kumeu River • Auckland, New Zealand
Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay is the winery’s benchmark, sourced from a blend of several Kumeu vineyards and made in a B…Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay is the winery’s benchmark, sourced from a blend of several Kumeu vineyards and made in a Burgundian style (whole-bunch pressed, indigenous yeast, 100% barrel fermentation in French oak, full malolactic, c. 11 m…Learn More »
$38
/750ml
2023 Retail Average
92
/100
2023 Pro Rating
Lemon zest, green apple and just-ripe nectarine define the 2023 Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay, carried on a vibrant line of acidity that feels racy but finely balanced. Hints of crushed nuts and delicate creaminess from malo add subtle richness without weighing down the wine’s light, lacy frame, finishing bright, saline-tinged and remarkably refreshing.
Grilled lemon sole; Roast chicken with tarragon; Sashimi or simple sushi rolls
Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay is the winery’s benchmark, sourced from a blend of several Kumeu vineyards and made in a Burgundian style (whole-bunch pressed, indigenous yeast, 100% barrel fermentation in French oak, full malolactic, c. 11 months ageing). It typically shows tight citrus and white‑stone fruit framed by toasty, mealy oak and a saline/mineral spine, offering immediate appeal but real bottle age potential—one of New Zealand’s most reliably classic Chardonnays from a long‑standing family producer.