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93 Points
The Framingham Chardonnay 2022 has earned a Gold Medal at the NZ International Wine Show and a 93-point rating from Cameron Douglas, showcasing its exceptional balance and texture.
A complex wine with aromas of ripe citrus, peaches, and brioche, it offers a finely textured palate with flavors of stone fruits, Meyer lemon, and a long, biscuity finish.
Sourced from top Wairau Valley vineyards, this Chardonnay combines quality fruit with skilled winemaking, achieving a harmonious blend of fruit intensity, oak influence, and lively acidity.
Gold - New Zealand International Wine Show
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Description
The Framingham Chardonnay 2022 is a beautifully balanced wine that excels in both texture and flavor. Its bouquet is a delightful mix of ripe yellow citrus, nectarine, and brioche, with hints of almond meal and vanilla that build complexity. On the palate, it delivers a rich array of flavors, from peaches and grapefruit to Meyer lemon, underpinned by a light, chalky texture and a lively acidity that carries the wine across the palate with ease.
The wine is crafted from Clones 95 and Mendoza, handpicked from three premium sites in the Wairau Valley. Fermented spontaneously in a combination of seasoned French oak and stainless steel, with about 20% new oak used, the wine spends 10 months aging on full ferment lees, contributing to its fleshy texture and complexity. The result is a wine with a perfect balance of ripe fruit, subtle oak influence, and a vibrant finish that will continue to evolve beautifully over the next few years.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Brioche, Citrus, Nectarine
Palate:Grapefruit, Peach, Vanilla
Food Pairings:
Pork
Poultry
Description
The Framingham Chardonnay 2022 is a beautifully balanced wine that excels in both texture and flavor. Its bouquet is a delightful mix of ripe yellow citrus, nectarine, and brioche, with hints of almond meal and vanilla that build complexity. On the palate, it delivers a rich array of flavors, from peaches and grapefruit to Meyer lemon, underpinned by a light, chalky texture and a lively acidity that carries the wine across the palate with ease.
The wine is crafted from Clones 95 and Mendoza, handpicked from three premium sites in the Wairau Valley. Fermented spontaneously in a combination of seasoned French oak and stainless steel, with about 20% new oak used, the wine spends 10 months aging on full ferment lees, contributing to its fleshy texture and complexity. The result is a wine with a perfect balance of ripe fruit, subtle oak influence, and a vibrant finish that will continue to evolve beautifully over the next few years.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Brioche, Citrus, Nectarine
Palate:
Grapefruit, Peach, Vanilla
Food Pairings:
Pork
Poultry
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Brioche, Citrus, Nectarine
Grapefruit, Peach, Vanilla
Pork
Poultry