Kumeu River • Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
Kumeu River is a family-owned estate northwest of Auckland and one of New Zealand’s benchmark Chardonnay producers. Foun…Kumeu River is a family-owned estate northwest of Auckland and one of New Zealand’s benchmark Chardonnay producers. Founded in 1944 by Croatian immigrants Maté and Melba Brajkovich, the winery grew from a small West Auckland vineyard into a…Learn More »
$40
/750ml
2023 Retail Average
93
/100
2023 Pro Rating
Limestone drive and taut citrus define this 2023 Kumeu River Hawke's Bay Rays Road Chardonnay, where green apple, yellow grapefruit and a touch of smoky reduction meet subtle new oak spice. The palate is tightly coiled yet deeply flavored, with a saline, chalk-dusted texture and a long, mouthwatering finish that feels both serious and refreshing.
Tempura prawns; Roast chicken with lemon and thyme; Grilled snapper with herb butter
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