2019 Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay, Hawkes Bay
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TRHGGCH19
The Gimblett Gravels winegrowing area is a small sub-region in the Hawke’s Bay of New Zealand defined by a very unique stony soil type.
Hand-harvested fruit was gently pressed and fermented with indigenous yeast in French oak 500 litre puncheons. The wild yeast ferments help add complexity and texture. Malo-lactic fermentation was encouraged to soften acidity and give further richness. The wine received 11 months barrel aging then a further 4 months in tank on lees.
The structure has a tight shape with the finesse and concentration that are hallmarks of Trinity Hill Chardonnay. It displays delicacy but richness and the beautifully linear acidity makes it a fantastic match with food. An excellent partner with white meats and seafood dishes.
Complex, anticing and intriguing bouquet with decisive aromas of roasted stone fruit and new French oak, toasty barrel spices and baked apple, nectarine and clove, raw sugar and warm stone earthy qualities.
Full-bodied and expressive flavours on the palate with grapefruit and stone fruits, moderate toasty barrel flavours, leesy spicy layers, fine wood tannins and refreshing acid line, Youthful, fresh, complex and delicious.
95 points Cameron Douglas MS camdouglasms.com
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Wine Style | Vegan |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Hawkes Bay |
| Varietals | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 95 |
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