Kumeu River, Mates Vineyard Chardonnay other_regions with notions of ground pepper

with notions of ground pepper

harmonious and quite suave

red currant and various red berries

It has a pleasantly chalky frame and a very long finish replete with violet perfume

Tasting Viña El Pisón 1998 twenty years on is a firm reminder that far too many wines are drunk too young

Kumeu River, Mates Vineyard Chardonnay other_regions with notions of ground pepperVery rich and serious on the nose nuts, nectarines and honeycomb. A mouth filling vinous palate, with mouth watering acidity and a chalky stony note. It grows in the mouth and gets fuller and fuller but always refreshing with it. Just great concentration of fruit and such length a joyous wine. Not often I would call a wine at this price good value, but this is for sure! GV (AC)