A youthful pale green in the glass, with a nicely developed and appealing nose. Grapefruit, meyer lemon, ginger, pear, roasted almond, and an oatmeal yeastiness. Medium bodied, with a plush concentration that leaves enough room for manouvreing and development, as a seam of racy, saline acidity drives the palate. Balanced and measured with an underlying energy and tension. White peach shows up with a ripe richness, leading to a silky texture and just enough oak to frame the palate elegantly. Nothing too complicated – well made and accessible. 91pts
Yealands Reserve Hawke’s Bay Chardonnay 2022
