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sits on alluvial and loamy soils fed by the Loncomilla River
creating a delightful interplay of sweetness and warmth
and a palate that’s light-bodied yet bursting with fresh fruit flavors
a prime example of this esteemed Fifth Growth estate s quest for perfection
Vinification and aging occur entirely in thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks
KUMEU RIVER CHARDONNAY VILLAGES 2025 Alvarinho sits on alluvial and loamyLively lime, lemon, and white peach dominate the glass, with a flinty mineral edge that lifts the whole profile. Grapes from Kumeu's cool, clay heavy Auckland soils and Hawkes Bay combine to give the wine both freshness and body. Fermentation splits between stainless steel (67%) and old French oak barriques (33%), the barrels adding subtle richness without detectable oak flavor while the tank portion keeps the fruit precise. The mid palate is weighty