2017 Kumeu River, Hunting Hill Chardonnay, Kumeu 6x75cl

Vinous 94

The 2017 Hunting Hill Chardonnay has a very well-defined bouquet of lemon curd, granite, yellow flowers and just a hint of vanilla pod that derives from the François Frères barrels. The precise, detailed palate is well defined with a crisp line of acidity and a harmonious, succinct finish of lemon curd, canned apricot and citrus fruit, all infused with light ginger and minerals. This is a complex, intellectual Chardonnay with a long, bright future ahead. A fabulous Hunting Hill. Tasted at the Kumeu River Chardonnay vertical in London. [Neal Martin, 14/02/2019]

Anticipated maturity: 2022-2042

Robert Parker 94

Another fine effort from this terrific vineyard, the 2017 Hunting Hill Chardonnay delivers an array of mellow peach and melon notes, accented by delicate hints of roasted cashews. Medium to full-bodied, it’s round, rich, creamy and long, almost decadent in style. Drink it over the next 6-7 years for its plush, languid fruit. [Joe Czerwinski, 18/01/2019]

Anticipated maturity: 2019-2026