Tiki Estate Chardonnay 2017 - Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay is the oldest wine region in New Zealand and the second largest. Located at 39.4°S, in the North Island of New Zealand, our climate is maritime and similar to Bordeaux. This region is well known for their rich, complex Chardonnays
COLOUR
A delicate, pale straw green
NOSE
Aromas of melon and peach stone, complexed with subtle malolactic fermentation and oak notes, are the signature of this wine. It has a freshness and vibrancy that gives it instant appeal.
PALATE
This wine displays flavours of stone fruit and peach stone with hints of toasty oak complexed with subtle malolactic fermentation characters. The palate has a fullness and creaminess to it which gives it good length while at the same time finishing quite refreshingly dry.
REGION
100% Hawke’s Bay
VINTAGE
The weather conditions were perfect for bringing the Chardonnay fruit to full maturity while still retaining a good level of natural acidity. The levels of malic acid were higher than normal this year due to higher diurnal temperature fluctuation. These temperature patterns, in turn, have also resulted in elevated varietal characteristics making the wine that more intense.
WINEMAKING
The fruit was harvested at optimum ripeness and transported quickly to the winery. It was destemmed only, without crushing, and immediately chilled prior to pressing which has assisted in retaining the maximum fruit flavours. A gentle pressing was followed by cold settling to clarify the juice. The clear juice was then fermented with a selection of Chardonnay yeast and this was followed by a full malolactic fermentation to add complexity to the palate and reduce the natural acidity.
WINEMAKER
Evan Ward
GRAPE VARIETY
100% Chardonnay
Maturation
100% stainless steel fermentation with premium French oak maturation
WINE ANALYSIS
Alc Vol:13.8%
Acidity (TA): 5.4 g/l
pH: 3.21
Residual Sugar: less than 1g/l
PEAK DRINKING
2018/19 – will continue to develop for a further 5 years
SUGGESTED FOOD MATCH
Perfect with seafood with rich cream-based sauces or lightly spiced curry.
AWARDS & REVIEWS
4.5 STARS Wine Orbit, December 2017
4 STARS Raymond Chan, December 2017