Escarpment Vineyard
Escarpment Vineyard Chardonnay
White wine
4.5
Expert Rating
4.0
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Escarpment Vineyard Chardonnay is a white wine produced by Escarpment Vineyard in Martinborough, New Zealand. The vineyard is located on the alluvial terrace of the Huangarua River, and the wine is made from grapes grown in a variety of soils, including limestone, clay, and gravel. The winemaking process involves a combination of stainless steel and oak barrel fermentation and maturation, resulting in a wine with a complex and balanced flavor profile. The wine is known for its crisp acidity, bright fruit flavors of apple and citrus, and subtle notes of toasted oak and vanilla. It is a great example of the high-quality Chardonnay produced in New Zealand.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Escarpment Vineyard Chardonnay is an aromatic and elegant white with a warm and inviting bouquet of tropical fruit, fresh citrus, and a hint of vanilla.On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and creamy, with juicy flavors of nectarine, honeydew, and pineapple balanced by bright acidity and a long, refreshing finish. Enjoy this wine with roasted chicken, grilled fish, and creamy pastas.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2045
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chardonnay
ORIGINS
Winery: Escarpment Vineyard
Region: Wairarapa
Wairarapa is a wine region located in the southern part of New Zealand's North Island, known for producing high-quality Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay wines. The region has a cool climate with long, dry summers and mild winters, which allows for a long growing season and slow ripening of the grapes. The soils in Wairarapa are predominantly free-draining alluvial gravels, which are well-suited to growing premium wine grapes.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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