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Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Hunting Hill, Kumeu – 2010
Wine Enthusiast
91 points
"The Hunting Hill is medium bodied and silky in texture, with hints of grilled pineapple and bold, assertive fruit flavors."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Estate, Kumeu – 2010
Wine Enthusiast
90 points
"A blend assembled from several vineyards, Kumeu River’s 2010 Estate Chardonnay is a medium-bodied, plushly textured wine. Toast and citrus aromas lead the way, followed by flavors that hint at creamed corn and plenty of vibrant pineapple."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Coddington, Kumeu – 2010
Wine Enthusiast
92 points
"...the Coddington Chardonnay displays subtle oak shadings on the nose, then explodes into an array of ripe mango and peach on the palate, underscored by just enough citrus to keep things fresh on the long finish."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Village, Kumeu – 2010
Wine Enthusiast
89 points
"Probably the best vintage of this wine yet, this is a medium-bodied Chardonnay, showing restrained oak and understated white peach. Elegant and subtle, it finishes on a gentle citrus note."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Maté’s Vineyard, Kumeu – 2010
Wine Enthusiast
93 points, Cellar Selection
"...Consistent acid line and persistent finish, while retaining all of the typical Chardonnay flourishes. Roastednut notes impart an almost nougat-like nuance to the fruit flavors of citrus and white peach."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Maté’s Vineyard, Kumeu – 2010
Wine & Spirits
92 points
“It contrasts the oak flavor of its native yeast fermentation in barrel with the spiciness of chardonnay skins, and melds the creaminess of full malolactic fermentation with fresh acidity that has the snap of parsnips."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Hunting Hill, Kumeu – 2009
Wine & Spirits
91 points
"It's the fruitiest of these Kumeu River releases, with scents of caramelized pineapple and orange surrounded by the leesiness of a native yeast fermentation in barrel. Broad and toasty, this would match salmon roasted on cedar planks."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Estate, Kumeu – 2009
Wine & Spirits
90 points
"From the Brajkovich family estate outside of Auckland, this wine has the sweet perfume of fresh cream from grass-fed cows. It's soft, with a peppery edge and the savor of corn silk. Then it ends with enough tension to match a salmon soufflé."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Village, Kumeu – 2009
Wine & Spirits
88 points, Best Buy
“It has developed warm spice tones and the toasted malt savor of oak and lees, while the acidity keeps the wine focused.”
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Estate, Kumeu – 2010
Wine Spectator
90 points
"A bright mix of floral notes and toasty aromatics, this offers very crisp flavors of fresh lemon, lime and nectarine. The texture is silky smooth, with refreshing, zingy acidity."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Coddington, Kumeu – 2010
Wine Spectator
89 points
"Tangy, with peach and pineapple flavors that are crisp, smooth and refreshing, showing good acidity. The details of honeysuckle, spice and baked apple lend this added complexity."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Hunting Hill, Kumeu – 2010
Wine Spectator
93 points
"The lively acidity lends a fresh, crisp edge to the lime, pear and apricot notes, with lemon zest and spicy cedary details, showing a touch of sea salt minerality. This powerful version maintains an air of elegance, enhanced by a long finish."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Maté’s Vineyard, Kumeu – 2010
Wine Spectator
91 points
"Sleek and crisp, this white offers complex and detailed notes of toasted coconut, apple pie, spice and lime zest, complementing the core of pure lemon, melon and peach flavors. Drink now through 2020."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Estate, Kumeu – 2011
The 2011 Estate Chardonnay has remarkable depth and intensity. The nose is immediately luscious and peachy, the texture rich and lingering with a beautiful, bracing acidity on the finish.
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Hunting Hill, Kumeu – 2011
The 2011 Hunting Hill is beautifully fragrant with its lemon/lime blossom characters and lovely fruit purity. This wine shares some of the characters with the neighboring Mate’s Vineyard with its attractive floral notes and restrained elegance.
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Coddington, Kumeu – 2011
The 2011 Coddington shows the typical ripe, peachy fruit expected from this vineyard site. There is depth and layers of concentration present in the wine. The palate is forward with a luxurious, creamy texture and lovely balancing acidity.
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Maté’s Vineyard, Kumeu – 2011
This wine displays a lifted fruit aroma reminiscent of ripe pears, but with a mineral edge. The 2011 vintage Chardonnay displays the complexity and concentration expected from this vineyard, with great tautness and length on the palate
Kumeu River
Pinot Gris, Kumeu – 2011
"There are typical peach and stone fruit aromas with the floral perfume that we’ve come to expect from Pinot Gris. The wine is rich and complex with an oily texture that coats the tongue and lingers on the palate with a lovely length of flavor."
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Coddington, Kumeu – 2009
jamessuckling.com
94 points
“Wonderful peaches and apricots with lemon and sliced apple. Full and powerful with a great finish. Goes on for minutes.”
Kumeu River
Chardonnay, Maté’s Vineyard, Kumeu – 2009
jamessuckling.com
93 points
“This is a little phenolic with lemon rind and hints of cream and apple. Some would call it tannic. Full and fruity nougat with lovely savory and ripe fruit character. Layered and beautiful. Corton-Charlemagne. Shows a salty undertone.”
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