Clearview Estate
Clearview Estate Reserve Chardonnay
White wine
4.0
Expert Rating
4.0
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Clearview Estate Reserve Chardonnay is a premium wine produced by Clearview Estate Winery, a renowned winery located in the Hawke's Bay region of New Zealand. The grapes used to make this wine are sourced from the estate's own vineyards, which are known for their unique terroir and ideal growing conditions. The winemaking process involves careful barrel fermentation and aging in French oak, resulting in a rich and complex wine with notes of ripe stone fruit, citrus, and vanilla. This wine is a classic example of a full-bodied, oaked Chardonnay, perfect for those who appreciate a bold and flavorful wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Clearview Estate Reserve Chardonnay offers a nose of lemon zest, white peach, and a hint of nutmeg.On the palate, this wine is full-bodied and creamy, with flavors of ripe pear, green apple, toasted hazelnut, and a hint of minerality. The finish is long and lasting, with a subtle hint of oak. This Chardonnay is a great choice for those looking for a complex, yet balanced white wine.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2041
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chardonnay
ORIGINS
Winery: Clearview Estate
Region: Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay is a wine region located on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. It is the second largest wine region in New Zealand, known for producing high-quality red wines, particularly Bordeaux-style blends and Syrah. The region has a long history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the mid-19th century by French missionaries. Today, Hawke's Bay is home to over 70 wineries and is a popular destination for wine tourism.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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