Chardonnay, Maté’s Vineyard, Kumeu – 2011 – 97 points – jamessuckling.com
97 points
“The flagship Kumeu chardonnay delivers Montrachet-like richness and deep complexity. The weight is staggering but the poise and balance makes it all seem effortless. Ripe peach and pear, citrus and gently toasty oak, with chalk and nougat, too. The palate has terrific concentration and impressive layering and build, crescendos with impressive energy and then fades with sizzling acidity holding it in place, with a grilled-hazelnut finish.”
Chardonnay, Maté’s Vineyard, Kumeu – 2011 – 97 points – jamessuckling.com