From the North Island of NZ and more noted for the bigger reds.

Church Road, Chardonnay, Hawke’s Bay, 2017

Briny, oaky, yellow stonefruit and deep citrus, ghee richness and sunshine lemon wash. There’s a fair bit to chew through and the warmth & oak smothers the fruit somewhat, but there’s plenty of guts and go, One for the bigger, riper chardonnay lovers (and yes, they do exist).

Alc :13%
RRP: $25.99
Rating: 16.75/20

Wine sample courtesy of Church Road