Nga Waka Chardonnay 2024
Case Buys Only | 6 x 750ml
Nga Waka Chardonnay brings Martinborough ripeness and polished barrel work together in a generous, silky style. 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.
What the winery says:
The 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. Nga Waka describes a rich Martinborough Chardonnay with intense ripe stone fruit, subtle spice, barrel fermentation characters, a silky palate and an elegant, lingering finish.
What the experts say:
Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, 95/100 & 5 Stars (2024 Vintage)
Stephen Wong MW, The Real Review, 91/100 & 4 Stars (2024 Vintage)
