2023 | Kumeu River Coddington Chardonnay | Kumeu Domaine Ludovic Engelvin a delicate nip of chile-thread

a delicate nip of chile-thread on the finish doesn’t obtrude on the cool breezy complexity

smooth and well-balanced with red fruits and raspberry

with strong aging potential (5–15+ years)

Tannins are moderate while the overall balance and mouthfeel are good

2023 | Kumeu River Coddington Chardonnay | Kumeu Domaine Ludovic Engelvin a delicate nip of chile-threadThe complexity and flintiness are so enticing, with sliced apples, lemons, minerals and gunpowder. Full bodied, dense and intense, with subtle brioche, cooked lemon and apple notes. Racy and steely but with richness underneath. Some lemongrass. So complex. Drink or hold. Screw cap. 95 Pts James Suckling