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Dry River Chardonnay 2022

Original price was: $111.75.Current price is: $100.57.

The 2022 Chardonnay embarked on a 12-month transformation in French oak, driven by wild vineyard yeast for ethanol fermentation and wild bacteria for malolactic conversion. This time in barrel has resulted in a structural wine, with a fine balance of acidity and oak. The aromatics are a complex bouquet of toasted seeds, citrus leaves, biscotti, warm ginger, jasmine, and a hint of vanillin. The palate reveals vibrant acidity and citrus notes when consumed lightly chilled, transitioning to richness and plushness as the wine evolves and comes up to temperature in the glass.

Country	New Zealand
Size	750ml
Varietal	Chardonnay
Vintage	2022
Producer	Dry River

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In the Wairarapa in 1979 Dry River quickly established a reputation as one of the finest producers in the country producing Riesling, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Viognier, Syrah and Pinot Noir. McCallum retired in 2011 and the winemaking duties have been taken over by Wilco Lam with Robet Willis and his team tending the vines. The vision of Neil McCallum is in good hands and Dry River continues to be one of New Zealand's most sought after wines.

Chardonnay is a white wine grape variety that is one of the most widely planted grape varieties in the world. Chardonnay wines are known for their versatility and a wide range of styles. The grape produces wines that can be very different depending on the growing conditions and winemaking techniques. Chardonnay wines can range from light-bodied and unoaked with flavors of green apple and lemon to full-bodied and rich with flavors of tropical fruit, butter, and oak.

The wine style can vary greatly depending on where it's grown, wines from Burgundy, France tend to be crisp and mineral driven, while in California and Australia, the wine style is often more full-bodied and oaky.

Chardonnay grapes can be harvested at different times depending on the desired style, early-harvested grapes will produce lighter and fruitier wines, while late-harvested grapes will produce wines with more body and complexity. Oak aging can also affect the flavor profile and style of the wine, with flavors of butter, vanilla and toast.

Chardonnay pairs well with a wide range of foods, particularly seafood, chicken, and creamy pasta dishes.