Kumeu River Villages Chardonnay 2023 Region:Martinborough The palate is well rounded

The palate is well rounded with velvety tannins and deep set flavors of dark fruits

but it's prototypical Sicilian country

dried rose petals

defined by a sturdy tannin structure

with gossamer-soft tannins

Kumeu River Villages Chardonnay 2023 Region:Martinborough The palate is well roundedThe Kumeu River is a small, cheerful stream that runs through rich farmland just northwest of Auckland. It gives its name to a winery that put Aucklands wine country on the map with vibrant Chardonnay that still sets the tone for New Zealand. Today, the winery draws from vineyards all across the North Island, but the bright, zesty yet creamy core of pure fruit and intense minerality that made the winery famous still runs through every bottle. Kumeu