Kumeu River Mate’s Vineyard Chardonnay 2023
$550
Kumeu River Mate’s Vineyard Chardonnay 2023
Kumeu, New Zealand
In 1990, Maté Brajkovich reworked the land and planted a new vineyard of Chardonnay vines on the site of the original vineyard that he and his family purchased in March 1944. The first grapes from this vineyard were harvested in March 1993, the year following Maté’s death. The resulting wine was released in November 1994 to coincide with celebrations marking the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Brajkovich Family’s arrival at Kumeu River.
Very steely and floral, with brightness and impressive aromas of honeysuckle, lemongrass and just a touch of cream. Medium- to full-bodied with layered and creamy phenolics that give a lovely, almost velvety texture to the wine, and then the end is so crisp and minerally. Driven at the end. Needs time to come together. This will be so complex in three to four years. Best after 2027.
97 pts – James Suckling
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Winery Profile
KUMEU RIVER WINES – Kumeu
Established in 1944, the Brajkovich family behind Kumeu River has continually demonstrated a sense of tradition, innovation and dedication. Striving for quality, they use a blend of new and old French Oak during barrel fermentation and ensure only indigenous wild yeasts are used to enhance texture and complexity. Chardonnay, their most recognized grape varietal, has received many international accolades and awards.
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