NZ
Australia
Giunta Chenin Blanc comes from young vines planted in river‑bed soils.
Fermented cool in stainless steel; no oak, to highlight apple and quince notes.
The wine is off‑dry with honeyed undertones and vibrant acidity.
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Description
Embodying Daniel Brennan's respect for Loire Valley traditions, the Decibel Giunta Chenin Blanc 2021 draws on younger vines in Hawke's Bay's cooler subregions. Grapes are hand-picked early to maintain brisk acidity and whole-bunch pressed to maximise purity. Fermentation takes place exclusively in stainless steel at low temperatures, safeguarding the variety's floral and mineral character; no oak is used, though a short period of lees contact adds subtle creaminess. An off-dry style, this Chenin shows a vibrant aromatic profile of green apple, quince, acacia flower and a hint of honeyed wax. The palate is bright and textural, balancing gentle sweetness with racy acidity and a stony, mouth-watering finish. Versatile at the table, it matches beautifully with sushi, mildly spiced dishes, or goats' cheese, and demonstrates the increasing dynamism of Chenin Blanc in New Zealand's evolving wine landscape.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish
Spicy
Description
Embodying Daniel Brennan's respect for Loire Valley traditions, the Decibel Giunta Chenin Blanc 2021 draws on younger vines in Hawke's Bay's cooler subregions. Grapes are hand-picked early to maintain brisk acidity and whole-bunch pressed to maximise purity. Fermentation takes place exclusively in stainless steel at low temperatures, safeguarding the variety's floral and mineral character; no oak is used, though a short period of lees contact adds subtle creaminess. An off-dry style, this Chenin shows a vibrant aromatic profile of green apple, quince, acacia flower and a hint of honeyed wax. The palate is bright and textural, balancing gentle sweetness with racy acidity and a stony, mouth-watering finish. Versatile at the table, it matches beautifully with sushi, mildly spiced dishes, or goats' cheese, and demonstrates the increasing dynamism of Chenin Blanc in New Zealand's evolving wine landscape.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish
Spicy
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Cheese
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish
Spicy