Kumeu River Chardonnay 2004
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Th e 2004 Chardonnay is produced from grapes grown in five different vineyards within the Kumeu region of Auckland. Kumeu River is careful in selecting only the very best grapes from these vineyards for their Chardonnay. The perfect condition of the grapes and the ripe nature of the
2004 vintage meant that this wine saw 25% more new oak than usual. Characteristic of the Kumeu River Chardonnay, the 2004 is rich, with a silky texture and beautiful peach and hazelnut aromas.
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With distinct mineral and floral aromas, this feels very Burgundian, especially the way its lively acidity points up the lime, stone, pear and date flavors, finishing long. Best from 2007 through 2014.
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Founded in 1944 by Mick Brajkovich, wife Katé and son Maté, Kumeu River was one of the early pioneers in Auckland, New Zealand, that helped to establish its reputation as a world-class wine region. Still family owned and run, Kumeu River continues to pioneer new frontiers: winemaker Michael Brajkovich became New Zealand’s first member of the prestigious Institute of Masters of Wine, London, they have been testing and championing screw cap closures for close to 20 years and the winery has gone on to become the globally recognized benchmark for non-Burgundy produced Chardonnay. All Kumeu River wines are hand-harvested, whole bunch pressed and demonstrate exclusive use of indigenous yeast fermentation.
The Chardonnays of Kumeu River have gained a strong foothold within the international market, continuously and consistently receiving outstanding accolades. The winery is a globally recognized benchmark for age-worthy Chardonnay outside of Burgundy.