Spade Oak ‘Vigneron’ Chardonnay 2018

Spade Oak ‘Vigneron’ Chardonnay 2018

From Gisborne, a translucent pale gold in the glass. A big nose – minerally and flinty, but with ripe melon, peach and lemon blossom. There’s also a nutty, shortbread note before you dive in. Rich and full through the palate. Plenty of oak influence – cashew, vanilla and biscuity. Plenty of drive with a medium acidity, nicely in balance with the opulent fruit expression. The back of the palate is all about texture, with a silken, plush mouthfeel, and presenting a little chestnut and sweetcorn into the long, buttery finish. 91pts.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *