From Dog Point Vineyard in New Zealand’s Marlborough region, the Chardonnay 2022 is a refined 100% Chardonnay sourced from organically farmed, low-yielding vines (average 30 years old, mostly Mendoza clone) on the estate's home vineyard in the Southern Valleys, featuring clay-loam soils influenced by cooling sea breezes that impart freshness and concentration. Hand-picked grapes from the challenging yet rewarding 2022 vintage—marked by low yields yielding vibrant, intense fruit—undergo whole-bunch pressing, full malolactic fermentation, and 18 months' aging in French oak barrels to enhance texture and complexity without overt wood dominance. As New Zealand's largest certified organic vineyard and a family-owned estate since 2002, this production yields a pale straw wine with green highlights and remarkable poise.
Tasting Notes An elegant, textured white with ripe citrus and flinty minerality, reflecting Marlborough's coastal terroir. The nose reveals sliced cooked apples, pie crust, dried Meyer lemons, and hints of flint and white pepper. On the palate, it is full-bodied and layered, with phenolic tension, vibrant acidity, and flavors of lemon curd, ginger, and struck flint, leading to a tangy, flavorful finish.
Awards and Accolades The 2022 Dog Point Vineyard Chardonnay earned 94 points from James Suckling for its complete balance and vibrant depth.
Serving and Cellaring Serve at 10-12°C with 20-30 minutes of chilling to accentuate aromas. Ideal as an aperitif or paired with grilled seafood, poultry, or creamy cheeses. Enjoy now through 2035, during which it will develop enhanced nutty and honeyed nuances.
Technical Details
Alcohol: 13% ABV
Residual Sugar: <5 g/L
Closure: Screw cap
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