Ata Rangi Potiki Chardonnay
A vibrant White wine with delicate floral notes, white peach, and refreshing acidity
Ata Rangi `Potiki` Martinborough Chardonnay from New Zealand is a superb dry White (still) wine crafted from Chardonnay grapes. Fermented in 300-litre puncheons with indigenous yeasts and aged for 11 months on lees, this wine displays impressive poise and focus, derived from deep alluvial gravel soils. It offers an expressive, fruit-driven nose of white peach, nectarine, and delicate floral notes, alongside mealy hints of cashew and blanched almonds. The palate is smooth and focused, framed by refreshing acidity and an elegant, persistent finish. This wine is suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
75.0CL , 12.5% ABV , Vintage: 2023
Vinification
The hand-picked grapes were whole bunch pressed. The unsettled juice was transferred directly to 300-litre Burgundy puncheons (20% new) for fermentation using indigenous yeasts, resulting in integrated texture. Following partial malolactic fermentation, the wine was aged on lees for 11 months, developing further complexity and supple texture.
Flavour profile
This elegant Chardonnay offers an expressive, fruit-driven nose with delicate floral hints, white peach, and nectarine, complemented by subtle mealy notes of cashew and blanched almonds. The palate is smooth and focused, balanced by refreshing acidity and a persistent finish.
Serving recommendation
Serve chilled at 12-14°C to best appreciate its complexity and refreshing acidity.