{"title":"Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003eChardonnay is one of the most versatile whites in the range, capable of everything from lean, unoaked styles through to fuller, barrel-aged versions with real richness and texture. New Zealand produces a genuinely broad spread, with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hawkes-bay-chardonnay\"\u003eHawke's Bay Chardonnay\u003c\/a\u003e leaning riper and more barrel-influenced, while \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/marlborough-chardonnay\"\u003eMarlborough Chardonnay\u003c\/a\u003e stays leaner and more citrus-driven. If you already know you prefer the local style, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/new-zealand-chardonnay\"\u003eNew Zealand Chardonnay\u003c\/a\u003e is worth browsing on its own, though international examples from Australia, France, and beyond bring their own character to the mix. It pairs naturally with richer seafood, roast chicken, or creamy sauces, and remains one of the more food-friendly whites available. For the wider range, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/white-wine\"\u003eWhite Wine\u003c\/a\u003e covers everything else on offer.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"three-paddles-chardonnay","title":"Three Paddles Chardonnay 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree Paddles Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e is a generous, approachable Martinborough Chardonnay from Nga Waka, one of the region's pioneering family-owned wineries. Ripe white peach, red apple and toasted nuts lead into a soft, creamy palate, balanced by fresh citrus acidity and a lightly spiced oak character. Fermentation in French oak and stainless steel, followed by eight months on lees, adds texture and complexity while preserving the wine's bright fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePale gold in colour, with ripe white stone fruit, red apple and toasted nut aromas. The palate is soft and generous, offering mouth-filling fruit and creamy notes that build complexity and length. Grown in the Top Block vineyard at Pirinoa, the wine was fermented across French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks, then aged on lees for eight months before blending and bottling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the experts say:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCameron Douglas MS, 91\/100 (2025 Vintage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A lovely purity of fruit led by flavours of white and yellow peach then some grapefruit and light vanilla spice qualities.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hancocks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53182009639279,"sku":"100071","price":113.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/2252\/6319\/files\/ThreePaddlesChardonnay.jpg?v=1785109553"},{"product_id":"rua-central-otago-chardonnay","title":"Rua Central Otago Chardonnay 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRua Central Otago Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant, gently creamy Chardonnay from Mora's Eden vineyard in the Pisa subregion. Lemon curd, ripe nectarine and yellow stonefruit flow across a silky palate, lifted by bright citrus and finished with toasted almond and a quiet savoury note. Hand-picked fruit, barrel fermentation and nine months in neutral oak build texture without overwhelming its freshness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2025 vintage opens with lemon curd and ripe nectarine, supported by a subtle patisserie-like warmth. The palate is supple and layered, with generous yellow stonefruit, refined texture and a fresh citrus line bringing energy and lift. Toasted almond lingers through the finish, adding depth and gentle savoury complexity. The fruit was hand-picked and whole-bunch pressed, then barrel fermented with occasional stirring. Full malolactic fermentation softened the natural acidity before the wine completed nine months of maturation in neutral oak.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hancocks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53182009770351,"sku":"100075","price":149.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/2252\/6319\/files\/RuaCentralOtagoChardonnay.jpg?v=1785109177"},{"product_id":"pask-gimblett-gravels-chardonnay","title":"Pask Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePask Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rich, full-flavoured Hawke's Bay Chardonnay with white peach, dried apricot and pineapple layered over crème brûlée, vanilla and toasted nuts. The palate is warm and creamy, with lees-derived texture and gentle oak balanced by a clean mineral line and fresh acidity through the lingering finish. Clone 15 and Mendoza fruit from Pask's Settlement Vineyard were fermented separately before the strongest parcels were selected for the final blend. Generous but composed, it is an inviting match for crayfish, scallops, roast chicken or a creamy mushroom risotto.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chardonnay is a blend of Clone 15 and Mendoza fruit grown at Pask's Settlement Vineyard in the Gimblett Gravels. The clones and individual parcels were kept separate through fermentation before the best components were selected for blending. Free-run juice was transferred to French oak barrels, gently warmed and allowed to undergo wild fermentation, followed by full malolactic fermentation. The wine was stirred weekly for 10 months to build weight and depth, then carefully racked from barrel and bottled without fining. It contains 14% alcohol and less than 1 gram per litre of residual sugar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the experts say:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling, 91\/100 (2024 Vintage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e“Round and mellow, showing aromas of apples, pears and sweet baking spices. 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Silky, layered and already highly approachable, it also has the structure to develop further in bottle. A particularly good match for crispy pork belly, grilled swordfish or roast chicken with a buttery sauce.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chardonnay was hand-harvested from two carefully selected vineyards in Marlborough. It was barrel fermented using 17% new oak, then matured for 10 months in seasoned French oak barriques. The winery describes dried citrus peel, smoky flint, ripe fig and toasted hazelnut aromas, followed by a smooth, rich palate with warm spice, hazelnut, fig and charred wood notes. 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Ripe peach, nectarine and apricot lead, backed by subtle spice, gentle toast and savoury fermentation complexity. The palate is rich without feeling heavy, with fine acidity carrying the stone fruit through to an elegant, lingering finish. Made from 100% Chardonnay and fully barrel fermented, it has enough texture for creamy dishes while retaining the freshness to suit roast chicken, pork or grilled fish. A strong-value choice for drinkers who enjoy classic, fruit-forward Chardonnay with measured French oak.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine was fermented entirely in tight-grain French oak barriques, with new oak accounting for 20% of the barrels. It remained in barrel for 10 months, with the lees stirred monthly to build texture and complexity. 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Fermented and matured entirely in stainless steel, it favours tension, freshness and mineral definition over oak richness, making it an excellent introduction to the region's classic style. Crisp and focused yet not austere, it offers enough texture to work beautifully at the table. Serve it chilled with oysters, shellfish, grilled fish, sushi, goat's cheese or traditional gougères.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2024 vintage shows delicate white flowers and hawthorn over cool mineral notes reminiscent of wet stone and crushed oyster shell. The palate is lean and precise, with crisp green apple, lemon zest and subtle white peach driven by lively acidity into a long, lightly saline finish. 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The 2023 vintage combines citrus freshness and steely acidity with enough white-fruit texture to remain inviting rather than severe. A classic choice for Chablis drinkers, it is particularly well suited to oysters, shellfish, grilled fish, goat's cheese and lighter poultry dishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023 vintage has a fresh, clean and chalky nose, followed by white nectarine, intense citrus and a distinctive mineral character. The palate is lean and flinty, with excellent depth, detail and persistence. Steely acidity brings precision to the clean finish. 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Full flavoured without becoming heavy, it is an approachable southern French white for relaxed entertaining or serving alongside seafood, roast chicken, creamy pasta and grilled vegetables.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrilliant rich gold in colour, with a full nose showing citrus and wild flowers. Defined fruit flavours open across the palate with a subtle hint of honey, leading into a full, buttery and persistent finish. Made entirely from Chardonnay grown on clay and limestone soils near the Thau Lagoon, the fruit is destemmed and receives three days of skin maceration before maturing for five to six months in stainless steel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Vauron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53182012588399,"sku":"100158","price":131.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/2252\/6319\/files\/MoulindeGassacChardonnay.jpg?v=1785122994"},{"product_id":"giesen-0-chardonnay","title":"Giesen 0% Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGiesen 0% Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e is proof that taking the alcohol out doesn't mean taking the character out too. Giesen was the first New Zealand winery to install spinning cone technology, which lets them make a full-strength Chardonnay first, then gently draw off the alcohol at low temperature so the aroma and flavour stay largely intact. The fruit comes from Hawke's Bay and Waipara, cool-climate regions chosen for exactly this kind of wine, and a portion is put through malolactic fermentation and aged in French oak for a creamy, toasty edge, while the rest stays in stainless steel for freshness. The result drinks like a proper dry Chardonnay: citrus and stonefruit, a touch of buttery richness, and barely a whisper of alcohol at just 0.5%.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from classic, cool-climate grapes sourced from Hawke's Bay and Waipara: Hawke's Bay brings ripe peach, stonefruit and mealy notes, while Waipara adds citrus fruit and crisp acidity. As with the rest of the Giesen 0% range, a full-strength wine is made first, then the alcohol is gently removed using Giesen's own spinning cone technology to preserve the delicate aromas and flavours. A portion of the base wine undergoes malolactic fermentation for a creamy mouthfeel and butterscotch character, then is aged on French oak for toasty complexity, while the remaining portion is aged in stainless steel to keep its purity, freshness and bright New Zealand acidity. The result is a smooth, dry-style Chardonnay with citrus, ripe peach and stonefruit, a subtle French oak influence, and a long, silky finish. Contains not more than 0.5% alcohol by volume. 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The 2019 release shows why the vineyard has such a following among winemakers - white peach and lemon layered with toasted hazelnut and a distinct flinty edge, concentrated and textural on the palate with the kind of bright acidity and long, mineral finish that rewards a decent glass rather than a quick one. Wild-yeast fermented in German oak and left on lees for the best part of a year, it's a serious, structured Chardonnay built for roast chicken or something equally unhurried.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClayvin Vineyard sits in Marlborough's Southern Valleys, planted in 1993 on a north-facing, certified organic site with fragile, ancient clay soils that hold water while pushing vine roots deep into cooler subsoils - conditions the winery credits for the wine's structure and minerality. The 2018\/2019 growing season brought low disease pressure and very low yields, with extra crop thinning at veraison for concentration, while warm days and cool Marlborough nights preserved natural acidity. Fruit was hand-picked and hand-sorted, whole-bunch pressed, then fermented with wild yeast in 1000L German oak Fuder barrels. The wine spent 11 months on lees and went through full malolactic fermentation, before 12 months' further maturation in Fuders and 300L French oak hogsheads with 25% new oak. 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Expect grapefruit, toasted almond and white nectarine on the nose, with smoky, savoury notes and a lift of white florals, running into a complex, supple palate of fresh fig and white stone fruit backed by mineral tension and well-integrated toasty oak. Marlborough's long, cool ripening season keeps the natural acidity high, giving the wine real drive alongside its richness. A serious, age-worthy Chardonnay that rewards a bit of patience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTe Whare Ra's home block sits in Renwick, in the heart of Marlborough, home to some of the region's oldest surviving vines - Chardonnay planted on the Mendoza clone back in 1979, with a smaller planting of Clone 6 added in the mid-1980s. The 2022 release blends fruit from both. The growing season was what the winery calls a 'Goldilocks vintage': good flowering conditions, moderate crops, no frost issues and a dry, even summer, with harvest running from mid-March into early April. Fruit was hand-picked and hand-sorted, destemmed, crushed and gently air-bag pressed, with soft pressings blended back into the free-run juice before settling overnight and filling to oak the next morning. All parcels were fermented in large-format French oak demi-muids, 25% new, spent a long time on full lees for texture, went through full malolactic fermentation, and matured in barrel for ten months before blending. The wine is unfined. Expect lifted pink grapefruit, toasted almond and white stone fruit aromas with savoury notes, white florals and a hint of spice, running into a complex, fleshy palate of grapefruit and ripe stone fruit, savoury mineral notes, well-integrated oak and a lingering, ripe acidity. It's 13% ABV, pH 3.35, TA 5.5g\/L and bone dry, and the winery says it will keep developing with careful cellaring for four to six years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the experts say:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCameron Douglas MS, 95\/100 (2022 Vintage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Youthful and taut bouquet with scents of grapefruit and white peach, red apple and flinty stony qualities. The youth and power, some concentration and drive, purity of fruit and tension in the style. On the palate a delicious wine driven by the flinty red apple and citrus qualities then layers of spice and mineral from soil and a light measure of oak. Acidity and fine fruit tannins deliver a perfect mouthfeel and freshness, while the core fruit flavours tease out the breadth and complexity. 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The palate is taut and precise, combining creamy richness with fresh acidity and a fine thread of chalky tannin through the exceptionally long finish. Hand-picked Hawke's Bay fruit and a deliberately minimal approach keep the flavours clear and focused. A compelling choice for Chardonnay drinkers who value texture and freshness, especially alongside grilled snapper, roast chicken or creamy seafood dishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-picked Hawke's Bay Chardonnay was whole-bunch pressed, with only the free-run juice transferred to concrete egg fermenters. The egg shape creates natural convection currents that keep the yeast lees in suspension, helping build richness and texture while preserving fruit purity. The wine was minimally handled through to bottling. 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Sitting at the very top of his Chardonnay collection, Zen is rich, layered and seriously impressive, combining generous fruit and creamy texture with the freshness and precision needed to keep everything beautifully in balance. Expect ripe citrus, orchard fruit, almond, brioche and fine spice, carried through an exceptionally long, silky finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZen is a single-vineyard Chardonnay grown at Kokako Farms in Hawke’s Bay’s Ohiti sub-region. The Clone 15 fruit was hand-picked and whole-bunch pressed, with only the free-run juice used. It was then naturally fermented in French oak vessels before undergoing spontaneous malolactic fermentation. 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Fermentation in neutral oak gives it texture and subtle toast without burying the fruit, while lively acidity keeps the palate poised and fresh. The name honours Dai Evans’s faithful old Massey Ferguson tractor, rescued from the family orchard and put back to work at the vineyard. Characterful, gently handled and built for the table, this is excellent with roast chicken, pork, rich fish or nutty cheeses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade entirely from estate-grown Chardonnay, the fruit is pressed directly into neutral oak puncheons and fermented with a pied de cuve - a natural starter prepared from the vineyard - before bottling with a light touch of sulphur. Roast peach, grapefruit and creamy cashew sit alongside citrus blossom, pear, dried apricot and toasted almond. 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White peach, grapefruit and yellow apple are layered with honeycomb, toasted nuts and subtle creaminess, while linear acidity keeps the generous, near full-bodied palate focused and fresh. Wild fermentation and measured French oak maturation add texture and complexity without overwhelming the fruit. It is a polished, satisfying style for Chardonnay drinkers who enjoy richness with precision, particularly alongside roast chicken, creamy fish dishes, cheese and walnut tart or mushroom risotto.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chardonnay was sourced from organically grown vines in Marlborough's Central Wairau Valley, planted in lighter loam soils over gravel. Unsettled flowering conditions reduced yields in 2024, followed by a long, warm and exceptionally dry summer that produced concentrated, high-quality fruit. 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Fruit from Seresin’s Raupo Creek Vineyard is fermented naturally in French oak, building a satin-like texture and gentle spice while retaining a fine, focused structure. Bone dry and medium to full bodied, it combines apple and stone fruit with earthy mineral detail rather than relying on overt buttery richness. A composed choice for Chardonnay drinkers who enjoy depth without heaviness, particularly alongside roast chicken, grilled fish, creamy seafood or mushroom dishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Chardonnay brings together two individual plots and three clones from Seresin’s certified organic and biodynamic Raupo Creek Vineyard. Each clone was hand picked separately in three batches, then whole bunch pressed to tank before being transferred to French oak barriques and puncheons. All parcels underwent wild fermentation and matured in oak for nine months. 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