COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Lake Chalice Wines
REGION
Marlborough
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Lake Chalice Plume Chardonnay 2020 is a single-vineyard wine from the Waihopai Valley in Marlborough, New Zealand. Produced by Lake Chalice Wines, a privately owned, family-run winery, this Chardonnay is part of the 'Plume' range, which is reserved for exceptional vintages. The winery, led by winemaker Chloe Gabrielsen, emphasizes a boutique approach, highlighting unique fruit parcels from single vineyards. The region's fertile soils and climate are integral to the wine's character. The 2020 vintage is characterized by its complexity and elegance, with a focus on fruit concentration and finesse. The winery's commitment to conservation is reflected in its use of the endemic New Zealand Falcon (Kārearea) on its labels and its support for the Marlborough Falcon Conservation Trust.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Features the endemic New Zealand Falcon (Kārearea) on its labels.
Fact 02
The 'Plume' range is only produced in exceptional vintages.
Fact 03
The wine is a single-vineyard expression from the Waihopai Valley.
Fact 04
Lake Chalice supports the Marlborough Falcon Conservation Trust.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Lake Chalice Plume Chardonnay 2020 is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes sourced from a single vineyard in the Waihopai Valley. The fruit is hand-harvested and whole-bunch pressed directly to tank. The wine then undergoes a wild primary fermentation followed by a natural malolactic fermentation. It is aged in oak for approximately 10 months, with regular stirring on its lees to build complexity and texture. The final cuvée is a selection of the best barrels, chosen for their individual contributions to the wine's profile. Winemaker Chloe Gabrielsen views the process as a 'blank canvas,' emphasizing the careful selection of barrels to create a complex and textured wine.
