2011 Chardonnay, Te Whare Ra, Marlborough
Made using the fruit from 30 year old vines (no mean feat in Marlborough), this is an example of the great quality produced in the region. Highly appealing on the nose, with notes of white peach and hints of toasted brioche and hazelnut. The palate is concentrated, but balanced, with ripe fruit characters combining with a steely mineral element and a touch of toasty oak. Unmissably good.