Chardonnay, Coddington, Kumeu – 2012
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Vineyard Profile
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Owned by Tim and Angela Coddington, this vineyard is located between the towns of Huapai and Waimauku in Kumeu. Planted on a clay-based hillside with narrow trellising, the Chardonnay from this block is consistently weighty and powerful with richness and length. The grapes from Coddington have been used in the Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay since 1998. In 2006, the winery decided to give Coddington single-vineyard status to reflect this vineyard’s unique character.
- Cultivation: Sustainable
- Size: 1.8 hectares (4.4 acres)
- Vine Age: Planted 1994
- Clones: 15
- Soil: Clay
- Elevation: Approximately 100 meters (328 feet)
- Exposure: North
- Training: VSP
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Vintage Report
- Yields: 2.71 tons/acre
- Brix: 21.5°
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Vinification
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Whole-bunch pressed
- Fermentation: Wild yeast in French oak
- Malolactic: 100%
- Aging: Aged 11 months in French barriques (25% new, remainder up to 5 years); aged 6-8 months in tank after being removed from barrel
- Bottle Aging: 12 months
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Technical Information
- Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
- Production (in cases): 850 cases
- Production Case Pack: 12/750ml
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- TA: 5.9g/L
- p H: 3.18
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Tasting Notes
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The 2012 Coddington shows the typical ripe, peachy fruit expected from this site. The wine also displays a depth and layers of concentration due to the tiny cropping level. The palate is forward with a luxurious creamy texture and lovely balancing acidity.
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Reviews
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Kumeu River Coddington Chardonnay – 2012 – James Suckling – 94 Points
In spite of the tropical-flower and vanilla aromas, and all the creaminess and concentration, this stays cool and clean. The long finish is so vibrant and expressive. Drink or hold.
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Chardonnay, Coddington, Kumeu – 2012
This wine shows the typical ripe, peachy fruit expected from this site. The wine also displays a depth and layers of concentration due to the tiny cropping level. The palate is forward with a luxurious creamy texture and lovely balancing acidity.
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Chardonnay, Coddington, Kumeu – 2012 – 92 points – Wine Enthusiast
“Smoke and custard notes accent scents of wet stone and citrus, while the palate delivers white peach, lime and vanilla flavors. This is plump and full in the mouth, yet still finishes with mouthwatering precision.”
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Chardonnay, Coddington, Kumeu – 2012 – 92 points – The Wine Advocate
“…delicate white peach, spiced apple and almond notes plus a hint of cedar…great intensity of apple and stone fruit flavors in the mouth with ginger and white pepper coming through, framed by a pleasant textural grip and racy acid, finishing long.”