COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Rose Family Estate
REGION
Marlborough
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Wairau River Chardonnay 2020 is produced by Rose Family Estate, a winery with a deep-rooted history in Marlborough, New Zealand, dating back to 1858. The grapes are sourced exclusively from the family's estate vineyards located along the Wairau River. The Wairau Valley's terroir, with its varied soils and climate, plays a significant role in shaping the wine's character. The 2020 growing season was marked by warm, dry conditions, contributing to the quality of the fruit.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€7
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
NO
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Rose family has been farming in Marlborough since 1858.
Fact 02
Fruit is exclusively from Rose family estate vineyards.
Fact 03
The 2020 vintage was notably warm and dry.
Fact 04
Wairau Valley soils are a mix of gravel, clay, and loam.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Wairau River Chardonnay is produced using a combination of stainless steel and seasoned oak for fermentation. Malolactic fermentation is a key technique employed, contributing to the wine's texture. The wine is subsequently aged in French oak barrels. The 2020 harvest was conducted under warm and dry conditions, which were favorable for fruit quality.
