2019 Chardonnay
2019 Chardonnay
This wine is not organic and the grapes were sourced from another vineyard in Hawkes Bay which has a cooler site with limestone and clay soils. We do not produce our own white grapes.
This wine was hand crafted with regular Lees stirring, then fermented and aged in oak barrels and it underwent a natural malolactic ferment.
Materials
Materials
Growing Season: After a cool start to the season it ended with three fine warm months. The quality grapes were harvested in ideal conditions.
Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Stone fruit aromas dominate with mealy, nutty, butterscotch notes. This is a full bodied Chardonnay which has depth and a creamy texture across the palette.
Alcohol 13%. Contains Sulphites.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Gimlet Gravels
William Murdoch Wines is located in the Gimblett Gravels wine-growing district of the Hawke's Bay region in New Zealand. The small, but prestigious area has made a significant impact on the country's wine market. The winery produces high-quality wines that have gained recognition both nationally and internationally. The unique terroir of Gimblett Gravels produces complex, flavorful wines.
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Gimblett Gravels
The region is known for producing high-quality wines that are complex and flavorful, thanks to the unique terroir and warm climate of the area. New Zealand is home to a number of world-class wineries and is recognized for its diverse and unique wine regions, which produce a wide range of wine styles, including whites, reds, and sparkling wines.
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Why Organic Wines?
Organic wines are made from grapes that are grown without the use of synthetic chemicals, such as pesticides and fertilizers, which can be harmful to the environment and to human health. In addition, organic wine production often involves fewer energy inputs and can have a lower carbon footprint compared to conventional wine production.