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BLACK ESTATE HOME CHARDONNAY 2023

Product Code: 5386
Country: New Zealand
Region: North Canterbury
Sub Region: Waipara
Style: White
Variety: Chardonnay
Producer: Black Estate

Closure: Screw Cap
Unit: Each
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: 13.0%
Grape: 100% Chardonnay
Natural: Certified Organic, Vegan Friendly

Original price was: $49.99.Current price is: $47.99.

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Black Estate winemaker Nicholas Brown has been awarded 2022 NZ Winemaker of the Year by Gourmet Traveller Wine Magazine

Winery notes (2023 Vintage)
"Home Chardonnay 2023 is now a combination of both younger and older blocks at Home vineyard. We have seen the young vines block express more character of the Home site over the last few years as the vines roots grow deeper so we decided it was time to combine the block with half of the older block. Characteristics of suppleness, some weight and a saline texture, with lively cool climate acidity are hallmarks of this vineyard.

Pale straw/white gold hue. Fresh, delicate aromas of wild strawberry, melon, nectarine, and straw. The palate is full bodied, concentrated and textural with white peach, yuzu, and honey with vibrant saline characters. This is an unfiltered wine with small amounts of sediment. Please allow the bottle to stand and settle before pouring. Decanting will allow maximum expression of aroma and purity of fruit to emerge. Drink now to 2030.

Hand harvested grapes were whole bunch pressed over a 4 hour press cycle. The pressed juice was settled for 24 hours and then transferred to seasoned 500L barrels made from tight grained French oak. 21 percent were new. No additions were made to the juice except vineyard derived yeast propagated from a vineyard starter from the Home vineyard The wine matured on fermentation lees and then went through full Malo-lactic fermentation in early spring. The wine was blended to tank after 8 months in barrel, allowed to settle for one month and then bottled without fining or filtration. 40 ppm of sulphur dioxide (sulphites) was added."

Rated Excellent & 94/100 Cameron Douglas MS, June 2024 (2023 Vintage)
"Varietal, ripe, pure and youthful bouquet, aromas of peaches and creme fresh, apples and grapefruit, a core mineral presence with sea-shell and stone suggestions, then white flowers. Medium+ weighted and youthful with a bright acidity and fresh fruit drive. Flavours of mineral and stone fruits, apples and citrus all fold back into the flavour profile. Fine tannins and a natural les texture adds to the complexity and finish. A delicious example with best drinking from late 2025 through 2032+."

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If for any reason you are not entirely happy with your order or you suspect that it may be affected by a quality issue, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will remedy the problem straight away. Contact us on (03) 3655134.

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Black Estate is a family-owned winery located in the North Canterbury region of New Zealand, known for producing some of the country's finest cool-climate wines. Founded by the Naish family, the winery is situated in the Waipara Valley, a region renowned for its limestone-rich soils and ideal growing conditions for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, and other varietals.

At Black Estate, the focus is on creating wines that reflect the unique terroir of their vineyards, with minimal intervention in the winemaking process. The winery is certified organic and biodynamic, with a commitment to sustainable farming practices and preserving the health of the land for future generations.

Black Estate produces a range of wines, including single-vineyard and blended varietals, each with its own distinct character and flavour profile. The Pinot Noir is a standout, with a delicate balance of fruit and spice, while the Chardonnay showcases the region's minerality and bright acidity. Other notable wines include the Chenin Blanc, Riesling, and Syrah, each displaying the signature elegance and complexity of Black Estate's winemaking style.

Visitors to Black Estate can enjoy tastings at the winery's cellar door, set against a stunning backdrop of rolling hills and vineyards. The winery also has a restaurant where guests can savour farm-to-table cuisine paired with Black Estate's acclaimed wines.

Black Estate is a must-visit destination for wine lovers and foodies alike, offering a unique and unforgettable experience in the heart of New Zealand's Waipara wine country.