2024 St Clair Omaka Reserve Chardonnay
Grape
Chardonnay
Its Origins
Saint Clair Family Estate is owned by Neal and Judy Ibbotson, viticulture pioneers in Marlborough since 1978. Grapes were originally supplied to local wine companies; however a desire to extend the quality achieved in the vineyard through to the finished wine led to the establishment of Saint Clair Family Estate in 1994. The Saint Clair name originates from the vineyard property, first settled by the Sinclair family. Pioneer James Sinclair built one of the first homes in Blenheim and was closely associated with the early development of the town. Over time the name of the property reverted to the original Saint Clair. Saint Clair has developed six vineyards in different sites in Marlborough, including the Rapaura, Awatere, Waihopai and Omaka Valleys. Only superior fruit from the best locations for each individual variety is selected for the Saint Clair label.
What The Critics Say
96/100 Wine Orbit, Sam Kim
"Wonderfully styled with alluring complexity, the wine shows mango, apricot, vanilla, cedar, and almond meal characters on the nose. The concentrated palate exhibits outstanding weight and persistency, superbly enhanced by plush texture and beautifully pitched acidity, making it graceful and opulent. At its best: now to 2032. www.saintclair.co.nz. March 2025." Drink 2025 - 2032
94/100 Raymond Chan Reviews, Candice Chow
"Bright, even, pale straw yellow. The nose is gentle and elegant, with aromas of lemon curd, peach, and subtle almond and pastry details. Medium-full bodied, aromas of lemon curd, sherbet, grapefruit and peach entwined with flint, almond paste, vanilla and buttery creaminess. The wine is complex with well-balanced flint and creaminess; striking acid tension drives focus and length to a crisp and gratifying finish. Match with langoustine and turbot over the next 5+ years. Fermented to 13% alc. 18.5+/20 pts (94 pts) Mar 2025." Drink 2025 - 2030+
94/100 and Trophy in the Marlborough Wine Show 2024 (2022 vintage)
Gold Medal and awarded "Champion Chardonnay for Current Vintage" (2022 vintage)
| Variety | Chardonnay |
|---|---|
| Region | Marlborough |
| Closure | Cap |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol | 13.00% |
| Maturity | 2025 - 2032 |
This Wine Goes Well With
Taste
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