Paritua Willow Chardonnay 2024

Cameron Douglas MS writes "An excellent bouquet, modern, ripe, taut and enticing. Aromas of grapefruit and white peach then scents of barrel and stony soil mineral ideas. As the wine opens out in glass it becomes more complex and intriguing. A dry wine on the palate, tension and texture then core fruit flavours that mirror the bouquet. Fine tannins from both wood and fruit and a backbone of acidity with a gentle flinty quality. Poised and new, a wine that has power and impact, flavour and texture."

Candice Chow writes "An irresistible creamy mouthfeel carries pristine fruit, struck by spice and acid tension, unfolding toasty details and lending a lengthy, elegant finish."

The winery writes "Ripe citrus aromas of navel orange and stonefruit, a medley of nougat, flint and vanilla notes to add to the
complexity and interest on the nose. A silky attack with sweet fruit flavours of lychee and navel orange, almond and clove in the rich textural mid palate, with hints of nougat and vanilla balanced with fine oak and a lingering citrus finish."