2022 Craggy Range Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay
Grape
Chardonnay
Its Origins
Craggy Range began with the desire to create a legacy. When Terry Peabody visited New Zealand in 1997 he was introduced to Steve Smith, MW. Terry sensed an exciting possibility in New Zealand; the exceptional climate and spirit of the people aligned with his own philosophy and desire to cut a new path. He wanted to create wines that would become internationally regarded as New World classics. The two men made an important decision from the beginning - to select and source the best land in the country, and to plant the vines perfectly suited to that soil and climate. The winery - one of the most technically advanced ever built in New Zealand - is known for uncompromising standards and meticulous craftsmanship.
What The Critics Say
Winemaker notes on current 2022 vintage
"Pale lime to pale straw. Vibrant aromas of white peach flesh, freshly toasted hazelnuts and brioche. Effortlessly flavourful and balanced, with an abundance of fruit intensity and richness wrapped by a saline acid line giving vitality. A standout wine from the 2022 vintage."
94/100 Bob Campbell MW (2021 vintage)
"Richer, weightier and more complex than the enchantingly pure Kidnappers Vineyard Chardonnay. Perfectly balanced and with a greater oak influence. Attractive as a youthful wine but shows potential to become mellower and more complex with bottle age."
Number 1 in Cuisine (2018 vintage) "Spicy, floral and lightly toasted aromas open to flavours of ripe nectarine and red apple with softly integrated nutty oak. Layered with generous warm fruit which is expertly balanced with fine acidity, this results in a wine that demands attention."
| Variety | Chardonnay |
|---|---|
| Region | Hawkes Bay |
| Closure | Cap |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol | 13.00% |
| Maturity | 2023 - 2028 |
This Wine Goes Well With
Taste
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