Tasting note

Not aggressively struck match. In fact – perhaps because of the cool, wet vintage – a tad light and dry on the palate, though the nose promises more development, even richness. Comparing it with Kumeu River, Hunting Hill Chardonnay 2023, it has a bit more going on on the palate, and better length, but it didn't improve overnight so I'm not sure about its likely development.

Score: 16.5

Jancis Robinson, Jancisrobinson.com, September 2024