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SQUAWKING MAGPIE GRAVELS CHARDONNAY 2020

“The bouquet is captivating and complex, a wine that speaks of place and time.”

96/100 Cameron Douglas MS

Product Code: 5847
Country: New Zealand
Region: Hawkes Bay
Style: White
Variety: Chardonnay
Producer: Squawking Magpie

Closure: Screw Cap
Unit: Each
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: 14.5%
Grape: 100% Chardonnay

Original price was: $39.99.Current price is: $25.99.

“The bouquet is captivating and complex, a wine that speaks of place and time.”

96/100 Cameron Douglas MS

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From the outstanding 2020 vintage this delicious Chardonnay from Squawking Magpie is really finding its wings right now. It's rich and ripe with perfectly honed oak treatment, sublime texture and incredible length.

Winery notes (2020 Vintage)
"Single vineyard barrel aged Chardonnay from the Alluvialle soils of Hawkes Bay. Hand selected fruit with 12 months maturation in new and one year old French oak, the wine is beautifully textured, full bodied with butterscotch and spicy oak flavours. Displaying mineral tones from the Terrior, this wine has a delightful and very long finish."

5 Stars & 94/100 Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, November 2021 (2020 Vintage)
"It’s gorgeously ripe and complex on the nose with golden peach, vanilla, roasted hazelnut and popcorn characters. The concentrated palate delivers terrific weight and intensity, beautifully complemented by creamy texture and fleshy mouthfeel. Delectably expressed and lingering. At its best: now to 2028."

Rated Outstanding & 96/100 Cameron Douglas MS, March 2022 (2020 Vintage)
"The bouquet is captivating and complex, a wine that speaks of place and time. There's a core of fruit that is plush, ripe and alluring, almost beguiling with scents of yellow stone fruits, apple and citrus peel and a smidgin of pith. On the palate the core fruit flavours are surrounded by wood and some fruit tannins, acidity is pristine, fresh adding vibrato and highlighting some natural baking spice qualities from the fruit and oak. As the wine relaxes and warms in the glass, more layers of complexity emerge. A fascinating wine, still rather youthful, very lengthy and delicious. Excellent potential, fantastic value. Best drinking from mid to late 2022 through 2030."

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Note, for orders of 1 - 2 bottles we charge an additional $6 for packaging. To ensure the safety of the bottles we use specially designed posting boxes.

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Squawking Magpie wines originate from the renowned Gimblett Gravels region in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand. The region is renowned for its exceptional terroir, characterised by gravelly soils and a warm, maritime climate.

With every bottle, Squawking Magpie captures the essence of the region and showcases the unique characteristics of the grape varieties grown there. The winery's commitment to quality and craftsmanship is evident in every drop.

Squawking Magpie wines offer a diverse portfolio, featuring both red and white varietals. The red wines, such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah, display intense flavours, rich textures, and elegant structures. They exhibit notes of dark fruits, spice, and subtle oak nuances.

The white wines, including Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, reflect the region's cool-climate influences. These wines are vibrant, aromatic, and exhibit refreshing acidity. Expect tropical fruit flavours, citrus zest, and mineral undertones.

With their expressive character and impeccable balance, Squawking Magpie wines have garnered critical acclaim along with numerous awards, and are sought after by wine enthusiasts worldwide. They embody the spirit of Gimblett Gravels, showcasing the region's ability to produce exceptional wines that exhibit elegance and finesse and truly stand out.

Squawking Magpie takes great pride in having Jenny Dobson, also known as The Red Queen, as the mastermind behind their wine. Not only is she one of New Zealand's finest winemakers, but she has also achieved the remarkable distinction of being the very first female winemaker in Bordeaux, France. Jenny's career has been marked by a trailblazing spirit, paving the way for countless other women in the winemaking industry worldwide.