Kumeu River winery wins us over again with celebrated attention to detail in the vineyards and precision in the winery. Over time the estate has gained popularity and recognition for their outstanding Burgundy-style Chardonnays.
To say more, in 2014 London blind tasting organised by Farr Vintners, Hunting Hill Chardonnay triumphed over the Premier Cru and Village Burgundies in every flight.
The vineyards, originally planted in 1992, were replanted in 2000, performed even better than before.
Kumeu River Hunting Hill Chardonnay 2022 Vintage:
2022 was another outstanding vintages, following amazing 2020 and 2021, giving rich, ripe and concentrated grapes. The 2022 Chardonnay Hunting Hill delivers a focused and energetic experience, reminiscent of a skimming stone gliding across the palate. It showcases a powerful fruit core within its medium-bodied frame, bursting with vibrancy and substance. The finish delivers a spicy kick, complemented by clever oak use that evokes toasted nuts. Restrained flavours of lemon, lime, and bitter nectarine intertwine seamlessly, hinting at a wine still evolving in its cocoon. With time, it could even rival the finesse of Maté’s.
Kumeu River Hunting Hill Chardonnay 2023 Vintage:
This wine opens with enticing aromas of crisp apples, white peaches, and steel, interwoven with delicate hints of lemongrass, fresh basil, flint, and white flowers. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, featuring a tightly focused and dense center. A vibrant acidity adds energy, while the finish is both crunchy and flavorful. Impressively fresh and dense, it strikes a perfect balance between vitality and depth.
100% barrel fermented with 25% of new oak, this Chardonnay is dense, complex and concentrated. Still a bit shy on the nose, it will only improve with time: expect rich palette and complex aromas, full of preserved lemon and ripe peach.
Food pairing suggestion: Roasted monkfish with parsley butter.
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