Pegasus Bay Chardonnay 2022

Cameron Douglas MS writes "A fabulous wine with classic Pegasus Bay signatures of power and complexity, oak and and myriad fruit ideas. Aromas and flavours of stone and citrus fruits, especially peach and grapefruit, some melon and baked pineapple. Full-bodied on the palate with fruit, alcohol and tannins all contributing to mouthfeel and style. Delicious, flavourful and very moor-ish. Best drinking from day of purchase through 2030."

Candice Chow writes "Bright, even, medium yellow gold. The nose is full, packed with aromas of flintstone overlying citrus, apricot, fine spice and lemon curd. Full-bodied, aromas of grapefruit, apricot and melon interweaved with vanilla, toasty barrel spice, lemon curd and savoury elements. The wine is complex with bold flavours, and toasty barrel details enrich the citrus lead, ripe fruit, layered spice and discreet creaminess. Striking acidity carries a savoury presence and toasty, lengthy linger. This Chardonnay possesses the typical house style, bold yet refined, featuring tension and a long finish."

Sam Kim, Wine Orbit writes "Richly styled with gorgeous complexity, showing grilled pineapple, mango, grapefruit, roasted hazelnut, and flinty characters on the nose. The palate delivers terrific weight and fleshy texture, wonderfully supported by beautifully pitched acidity, finishing impressively long and expansive. At its best: now to 2034."

The winery writes "Pale yellow in colour, the nose is complex and inviting, with concentrated citrus and bright tropical notes.  Suggestions of grapefruit, melon, pineapple and vanilla, wrapped in a smoky mantle, interwoven with toasty barrel spice and savoury nuances of grilled mushroom. The mouthfeel is vigorous and vibrantly fruity, displaying excellent weight and a fleshy texture. A skewer of rousing acidity slices through the core of the wine, adding persistency and structure on the long, salivating finish."