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2007 Kumeu River Hunting Hill Chardonnay (Screwcap)

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Latest Sale Price

November 18, 2018 - $39

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RATINGS

94The Wine Advocate

...beckons you to seek out its virtues. Hints of limestone, granite, a touch of lanolin and Brazil nut. The palate is beautifully balanced, so elegant and natural that it leaves you captivated...

93Wine Spectator

Bright and jazzy, showing lime-accented pineapple, with hints of tobacco and star fruit weaving through the long, elegant finish...

18Jancis Robinson

...becoming more perfumed in the glass and creamy, almost nutty on the palate. Slightly smoky on the palate too and a savoury, mealy texture from the barrel ferment. Excellent length and freshness yet already pretty complex...

PRODUCER

Kumeu River

Kumeu River was founded in the 1940s by the Brajkovich family that immigrated to New Zealand from Croatia. Today, Kumeu River is considered one of the founding and most influential wineries in New Zealand. It was among the first New Zealand wineries to plant Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Noir. Kumeu River remains to this day in the hands of the Brajkovich family with production hovering between 25,000 and 30,000 cases annually. Kumeu River continues to play a key role in establishing the reputation for New Zealand wines across the globe. Bid on Kumeu River wines on WineBid today!

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.