Corofin Brawn Vineyard Chardonnay 2023 Size::1 Bottle casseroles

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although no one would complain if drinking it today

5 hectare south-southwest site with brown calcareous skeletal soil

characterized by seducing aromas of ripe fruits and subtle spicy notes

The wine is matured in French oak casks for 18-20 months depending on the vintage

Corofin Brawn Vineyard Chardonnay 2023 Size::1 Bottle casserolesThe first release of Corofin from this vineyard is a cracking example of Marlborough Chardonnay. With powdery mildew affecting his usual source for Chardonnay from Takaki Okada's Folium vineyard, Mike Paterson instead sourced his fruit from the Brawn vineyard in the Wairau Valley. A great decision. It's rich, concentrated and shows supremely ripe fruit, accentuating the nectarine, apple and nutty characters, as well as a small spicy note. Lees ageing