DRAGON BONES CHARDONNAY 2025

The ‘Dragon Bones’ label was introduced by Peter and Teresa Wutz of Lone Hill Vineyard in the Waitaki Valley with the 2013 vintage, a Pinot Gris and Riesling being released with a chardonnay being introduced into the mix in the 2025 vintage. The name is based on their daughter’s name for fossils in the hills behind their vineyard.

A finely balanced, mineral-driven Chardonnay from Waitaki Valley, combining freshness, texture and precision.

Winery notes (2025 Vintage)
"Bright lemon in the glass. The nose is generous and expressive, opening with bright citrus and lemon curd before revealing crushed limestone, flint and a delicate herbal lift. The palate shows hallmark Waitaki freshness, with vibrant acidity and a saline, mouthwatering character layered with white peach and apricot. Plush yet precise, finishing long with a sapid mineral finish.

The inaugural Chardonnay release from Dragon Bones, grown on limestone-rich clay and marl soils in the Waitaki Valley. Whole bunch pressed and fermented in second-fill puncheon and barrique, with partial malolactic fermentation to retain freshness while adding texture. After five months in barrel, the wine was transferred to stainless steel on light lees for final élevage. Clones B95 and 15."