Bottle of Kumeu River 2023 Chardonnay Hunting Hill from Kumeu, New Zealand

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Kumeu River 2023 Hunting Hill Chardonnay

Name: Kumeu River 2023 Hunting Hill Chardonnay
Brand: Kumeu River

Price

$84.99

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: 12.8% abv
• Eco-Practices: Sustainable, Vegan
• 92 Points Wine Spectator
• Single Vineyard

The Kumeu River 2023 Hunting Hill Chardonnay showcases a refined expression of New Zealand terroir. Aromas of white flowers, fresh basil, white peaches, and subtle hints of lemongrass and flint introduce the wine. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, offering a tight and dense center with vibrant acidity and a crunchy, flavorful finish. Notable for its energetic freshness and density, this vintage is both approachable now and poised for aging, with potential to evolve gracefully over the next 5 to 8 years.

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