98 points James Suckling: "This has a very complex array of fruit, from lemon and grapefruit through white and yellow peach and nectarine, then into mango notes. There’s a little honey and nougat, as well as a minerally edge. The palate has intense flavors that follow the aromas and aligns them in a textural masterpiece of elegant length and discreet power. Smart wine. Drink or hold. Screw cap. (11/10/20)"
96 points Rebecca Gibb, MW (Vinous): "Tightly coiled, this focused and athletic Chardonnay needs to be put away in a cool, dark cellar in the medium term to allow it to unwind. A little shy on the nose, presenting melon, beeswax and subtle oak-derived nutty characters, it has an excellent core of concentration. There is a fine, silken texture on the focused and layered midpalate. Produced from the Mendoza clone, which is prone to hens and chicks. Invigorating acidity provides momentum on the lengthy finish. Drink: 2020-2030. (Nov 2020)"
96 points Rebecca Gibb, MW (Vinous): "Tightly coiled, this focused and athletic Chardonnay needs to be put away in a cool, dark cellar in the medium term to allow it to unwind. A little shy on the nose, presenting melon, beeswax and subtle oak-derived nutty characters, it has an excellent core of concentration. There is a fine, silken texture on the focused and layered midpalate. Produced from the Mendoza clone, which is prone to hens and chicks. Invigorating acidity provides momentum on the lengthy finish. Drink: 2020-2030. (Nov 2020)"
| Product SKU | 703198 |
| Producer | Kumeu River |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Marlborough |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 14.0% |
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