Craggy Range Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Martinborough Chardonnay 2024 - 12 Bottles

Product Description

Winery Background
Craggy Range is renowned for its single-vineyard philosophy, producing wines that truly capture the essence of New Zealand’s finest regions. The Gimblett Gravels subregion in Hawke’s Bay is famed for its free-draining alluvial soils, warm climate, and ability to produce world-class Chardonnay, Merlot, Syrah, and Bordeaux-style blends.

Vineyards and Vintage Conditions
The 2023 vintage in Hawke’s Bay was characterized by a warm summer and long, dry autumn, ensuring excellent ripeness and flavour intensity in Chardonnay. Gimblett Gravels’ stony soils provided natural low yields and superb concentration.

Winemaking Process
Hand-harvested fruit was whole-bunch pressed and fermented in French oak barriques, with partial wild fermentation. Around 20–25% new oak was used, and the wine underwent partial malolactic fermentation to balance freshness with creaminess. Extended lees contact added richness and complexity.

Tasting Notes
Pale gold in colour with aromas of white peach, citrus blossom, and roasted hazelnut. The palate shows layers of nectarine, grapefruit, brioche, and subtle oak spice. Elegant acidity provides balance, finishing long and mineral-driven.

Food Pairing
A refined partner for roast chicken, crayfish, creamy pasta dishes, or seared scallops.

Vintage Note

*Vintage may vary. Every effort is made to ensure the current vintage is displayed, however variations can occur.