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TONY BISH GOLDEN EGG CHARDONNAY 2024

Product Code: 4150
Country: New Zealand
Region: Hawkes Bay
Style: White
Variety: Chardonnay
Producer: Tony Bish Wines

Closure: Screw Cap
Unit: Each
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: 13.6%
Grape: 100% Chardonnay

Original price was: $56.99.Current price is: $49.99.

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Tony was the first in New Zealand to use concrete eggs for fermentation. Inspired by Chapoutier in France who were the first to use the Egg. Tony got a local concrete maker to experimentally develop these with the first release from 2015.

A true egg shape, these 1600 litre vessels help the circulation of yeast cells during fermentation and showcase the fruit without oak. The most noticeable effect the egg fermentation seems to have is in the wine’s texture. There is a real sense of completeness with the flavours and wine filling the whole palate. This is rich, savoury and complex with a small hint of smokiness along with citrus notes. This has lovely energy and poise with acidity driving through the palate. This has another dimension which more than makes up for any absence of oak.

Winery notes (2024 Vintage)
"In 2015, Tony teamed up with a concrete guru and manufactured NZ’s first concrete egg fermenters. First invented in France, concrete egg fermenters now populate most winemaking regions of the world, producing wines of purity, focus and incredible texture.

Hand-picked Hawke’s Bay Chardonnay was whole bunch pressed, with the free run juice going to ferment in concrete eggs. Egg shaped fermenters keep yeast lees in suspension through the naturally occurring convection currents unique to the egg shape. Purity of fruit is maintained, richness and texture build, and the wine develops in a way totally different to stainless steel tanks or oak barrels. There is an element of minerality imparted through the winemaking process in concrete eggs that is usually apparent on the finish. Minimally handled through to bottling.

Pristine aromas of citrus blossom and white peach with hints of fresh fig and honeydew melon. There are nuances of fresh herbs such as Tarragon and Marjoram, along with nougat complexity and a mineral note of oyster shells.

The palate is taut and highly finessed with a beautiful textural richness from the time spent in concrete eggs. Layers of flavour unfold with citrus and white peach complemented by nougat, hints of marzipan and cashew nut depth. There is a fine thread of chalky tannins giving a beautiful mineral length that is incredibly long and elegant."

5 Stars & 96/100 Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, July 2025 (2024 Vintage)
"Elegant and poised, the wine showcases white-fleshed peach, lemon pith, oatmeal, and wet limestone nuances on the nose. The focused palate exhibits outstanding concentration and creamy flow, wonderfully supported by fine acidity, finishing splendidly long and refined. It’s chalky and minerally with stunning refinement and persistence. At its best: 2026 to 2036."

Rated Outstanding & 95/100 Cameron Douglas MS, April 2025 (2024 Vintage)
"Pristine, fresh and pure fruited bouquet of ripe citrus and white peach scents, a layer of finesse and complexity from time spent in egg reveals scents of lees and flintiness, white flowers and a mineral seam suggesting limestone and clay. Taut, youthful, crisp and dry as the wine touches the palate. Flavours mirror the bouquet led by grapefruit and lemon pith, apple and white peach. Super fine fruit tannins and a fine layers from time spent in wood then a lees and mineral complexity follow. A lovely wine with excellent potential. Best drinking from late 2026 or early 2027 through 2035+."

18.5/20 Joelle Thomson, June 2025 (2024 Vintage)
"The name Golden Egg represents the egg shaped ferments in which this flavoursome Chardonnay is made and also suggests a full bodied, rounded shape and style of wine. The 2024 Tony Bish Golden Egg ticks those boxes and it has a richness of white peach, a note of caramel and aromas of cedar, subtle oak and a smoky hint that all bring layers of beauty to this complex wine. The egg shaped fermentation vessels keep yeast lees in suspension throughout the winemaking process, adding to the wine's shape, body and textural mouthfeel which is balanced by bright bold acidity. The 2024 vintage is superlative and this wine drinks beautifully now with further potential to age for eight to nine years+. Bravo."

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Tony Bish Wines, located in Hawke's Bay, is renowned for its exceptional production of premium Chardonnay wines. Established by Tony Bish, a highly regarded winemaker with over 35 years of experience, the winery specialises in crafting Chardonnay using traditional winemaking techniques and innovative methods.

Tony Bish Wines stands out with its unique approach to Chardonnay production, utilising concrete eggs and barrels made from French oak sourced exclusively from the Alliers forest. These techniques contribute to the distinct character and exceptional quality of their wines.

With a strong focus on sustainability, Tony Bish Wines implements environmentally friendly practices, including organic vineyard management and minimal intervention winemaking. The result is a range of Chardonnays that showcase the terroir of Hawke's Bay while expressing the utmost elegance and complexity.

Tony Bish Wines has garnered acclaim both nationally and internationally, captivating wine enthusiasts with their exceptional Chardonnays. With a commitment to crafting wines of the highest standard, Tony Bish continues to solidify his reputation as one of New Zealand's finest Chardonnay producers.