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BLACK ESTATE NETHERWOOD CHARDONNAY 2019

An incredible Chardonnay from a special vineyard in North Canterbury

Product Code: 4491
Country: New Zealand
Region: North Canterbury
Sub Region: Waipara
Style: White
Variety: Chardonnay
Producer: Black Estate

Closure: Screw Cap
Unit: Each
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: 12.5%
Grape: 100% Chardonnay
Natural: Biodynamic, Certified Organic, Vegan Friendly

Original price was: $125.00.Current price is: $86.99.

An incredible Chardonnay from a special vineyard in North Canterbury

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

New release, reviews for previous vintages below…

Winery notes (2018 Vintage)
"A small parcel of chardonnay grapes growing from 34 year old organic vines growing in Netherwood’s south facing .9ha hillside of sandstone.

Smells like orange blossom, nectarine and hazelnut. A dense mid-pallet with fresh invigorating minerality from sandstone. Rich but salivating and persistent with considerable length of flavour. Please decant. Un-fined and unfiltered. Drink now to 2028."

This Chardonnay is grown at the Netherwood Vineyard which lies in the foothills of the Teviotdale ranges in Omihi, North Canterbury. The Chardonnay vineyard is 0.8 Hectares and was planted in 1986 on a south facing hillside. The soils are classified as Waipara Greensand which is a green grey richly glauconitic sandstone. The vines are mass selection and thought to be cuttings of Mendoza Chardonnay and planted at a vine density of 5000 vines per hectare. The Netherwood Vineyard gained full organic certification in March 2017 and is farmed using Biodynamic principles.

25% foot crushed with a two hour skin soak and then slow whole bunch pressing. No settling. Fermentation with yeast propagated from a Netherwood Vineyard starter, in a 500L tight grained two year old French cask with maturation on lees. Full spring Malolactic fermentation."

Rated Excellent & 94/100 Cameron Douglas MS, December 2019 (2017 Vintage)
"This wine has a natural slightly unfiltered appearance as apart of the winemaking philosophy. The aromas and flavours are both sound and delicious with fleshy yellow stone fruit and sweet grapefruit, apple and lemon skin. On the palate – chalky texture with an abundance of natural acidity and weight then flavours that reflect the nose. Even and balanced use of oak layering in a baking spices and mild blond tobacco flavours as well as weight and structure. Lengthy finish and well made. Drink now and through 2023."

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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.