2004 Alana Estate Chardonnay

December and January in Martinborough were very dry. However, February rains broke rainfall records. March and April experienced settled climatic conditions, but wet ground conditions contributed to high humidity in the canopy, which produced some botrytis in the Chardonnay. Bright straw colour with green tinge and pale straw hue. Wonderful lifted nose – top note of cashew, hazelnut, yeast lees and nougat. Creamy, mouthfilling palate, showing considerable complexity. Flavours of yeast lees, hazelnut and cashew. Excellent weight and power. Great length and persistence. Clean finish. More Martinborough magic and a superb example of Chardonnay.
Cellar 3-4 years (2010-2011)
Alc/Vol: 14%