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Kumeu River 2023 Coddington Chardonnay

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$74.99

Kumeu River Wines, established in 1944 near Auckland, New Zealand, is a family-owned winery renowned for its exceptional Chardonnay. Led by Michael Brajkovich, New Zealand’s first Master of Wine, the winery emphasizes sustainable practices and Burgundian techniques, producing wines celebrated globally for their elegance and complexity.

Key Wine Details:
• Varietals: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: New Zealand
• Appellation: Kumeu
• Aging: This wine was matured for 11 months in French oak
• Alcohol: 12.6% abv
• Eco-Practices: Sustainable, Vegan
• 90 Points Wine Spectator
• Single Vineyard

The Kumeu River 2023 Coddington Chardonnay from New Zealand's Kumeu region showcases a rich and expressive profile. It opens with aromas of yellow peach and apricot, complemented by notes of toasted oak and caramelized hazelnut. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied texture with flavors of sliced apples, lemons, and minerals, underscored by subtle brioche and cooked lemon nuances. The wine's complexity is further enhanced by a flinty character and a steely backbone, balanced by a fresh acidity. With an alcohol content of 12.6%, it is both satisfying and poised, making it enjoyable now and promising further development with cellaring over the next 4–6 years.

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