PROPHET’S ROCK CUVÉE aux ANTIPODES BLANC 2023

Product Code: 8387
Country: New Zealand
Region: Central Otago
Sub Region: Cromwell / Lowburn / Pisa
Style: White
Variety: Chardonnay
Producer: Prophet’s Rock

Closure: Cork
Unit: Each
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: 13.0%
Grape: 100% Chardonnay

$99.99

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This Chardonnay is a collaboration between Prophet’s Rock winemaker Paul Pujol and esteemed French winemaker François Millet from Chambolle-Musigny, Burgundy. Former winemaker at Comte George de Vogüé for 35 vintages, François continues to make wine in Burgundy with his family under ‘François Millet et Fils’ and with us in New Zealand.

Winery notes (2023 Vintage)
"This wine is the reflect of the Clutha River flowing just below, mineral, transparent and luminous. There is nothing exotic, “artificial” or “made up” about the expression of this wine. That shows again the link between what is emanating from the land, the feeling you have from it and the expression of the wines.

Pale straw in colour, the nose on this wine is a very complex combination of lemon citrus and yellow stonefruit, intermingled with mealy, wheat notes and white jasmine florals. The palate opens with more yellow fruits, lemon curd, and roasted wheat, supported by a chalky-textured frame which is given direction and structure by a vibrant spine of acidity running through the wine.

The finish is extremely long, going on for many minutes with lingering pithy stonefruit and further citrus notes. This is a wine that will open-up slowly to reveal even more complexity and will respond well to decanting.

All elements of the winemaking are directed by François who has formed a consistent approach, responding to the individual nuances of each vintage on this small parcel since 2018. The handpicked fruit is gently whole-bunch pressed and fermented in barrel using only indigenous ‘wild’ yeast. The wine then spent 19 months in barrel (13% new) and underwent indigenous malolactic fermentation."

Reviews for the 2022 vintage below…

96+/100 Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate (2022 Vintage)
"The 2022 Cuvée Aux Antipodes Blanc is a magnificent triumph of yields. Where previously this 1.8-hectare plot produced anywhere from six to eight barrels of wine, the 2022 produced 23 barrels of wine—very exciting for followers of this cuvée. On the nose, the wine is showing its youth, but far from being inchoate, it is long and polished through the very long finish. It’s got lashings of stone fruit and preserved citrus, white pepper, star anise, shaved fennel, juniper and cold buttered toast. This is a wonderful wine of potential and kaleidoscopic complexity, although it is far tighter and more compact than previous years. Searingly good."

5 Stars & 96/100 Stephen Wong MW, The Real Review, April 2025 (2022 Vintage)
"Bright gold. Deep mineral, citrus and spicy oak aromas; very layered yet compact with saline intensity accompanying a more oxidative rather than fruity expression. In the mouth, this is very powerful with caramelised richness underpinning the weighty, palate-staining fruit. Accessible already, this is showing some more developed lees savouriness yet also a youthfully crystalline acidity which holds the full body in check. Spicy, long butterscotch and oak notes trimming the very long finish. It will likely remain in a taut, restrained state for a couple of years before relaxing."

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At Prophet’s Rock, the stunning landscapes of Central Otago inspire a legacy of exceptional winemaking. Nestled in Bendigo’s ancient terraces, the vineyard produces wines that embody the region’s unique terroir. Their commitment to low-intervention winemaking and sustainability ensures that each bottle reflects the character of the land.

The vineyards, including the Home Vineyard, Rocky Point, and Kopuwai Delta, showcase the diverse microclimates and ancient soils of Central Otago. The Home Vineyard, with its unique mix of schist, quartz, and chalk, yields expressive Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris, while Rocky Point’s steep slopes and free-draining soils produce rich, concentrated fruit. Kopuwai Delta, surrounded by stunning mountain vistas, offers exceptional purity in Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay.

At Prophet’s Rock, traditional techniques—from hand-harvesting to wild yeast fermentation—are embraced to create wines that capture the essence of the environment. Each sip is a journey through time and place, offering elegance and complexity. Visitors are invited to celebrate the remarkable wines of Prophet’s Rock and experience the beauty of Central Otago in every bottle.