Kumeu River Villages Chardonnay 2023 clairette but many other biodynamically-farmed vineyards

but many other biodynamically-farmed vineyards around Austria

juicy cherry and violets

and dusty clay earth

The 2021 offers aromas of blackberry pie

enhanced by assertive eucalyptus leaf

Kumeu River Villages Chardonnay 2023 clairette but many other biodynamically-farmed vineyardsThe Kumeu River is a small, cheerful stream that runs through rich farmland just northwest of Auckland. It gives its name to a winery that put Aucklands wine country on the map with vibrant Chardonnay that still sets the tone for New Zealand. Today, the winery draws from vineyards all across the North Island, but the bright, zesty yet creamy core of pure fruit and intense minerality that made the winery famous still runs through every bottle. Kumeu