Red Hut - Roy's Hill Chardonnay 2024 750ml
"Hand-harvested grapes were chilled overnight before being whole-bunch pressed directly to French oak barriques (35% new). The juice naturally fermented to dryness and matured in barrel for 11 months, with regular lees stirring. A small amount of sulphur was used, and the wine underwent cold and heat stabilisation prior to blending and bottling. No further additions were made.
An expression of site and season. Aromas of white peach, citrus blossom and roasted cashew lead into a textured palate layered with ripe stone fruit, subtle oak spice and a touch of flinty minerality. The natural fermentation and extended lees contact add depth and complexity, while bright acidity provides length and freshness on the finish. Elegant, structured and cellar-worthy.
Roy's Hill
Roy’s Hill, located in the heart of Hawke’s Bay on New Zealand’s North Island, is a prized sub-region known for its warm climate and gravelly soils. Nestled on the edge of the Gimblett Gravels, Roy’s Hill offers excellent drainage and heat retention, creating ideal ripening conditions for premium varieties like Chardonnay. The combination of sun-drenched days, cool nights, and mineral-rich soils allows Chardonnay grapes to develop vibrant fruit character while retaining natural acidity." - Red Hut
Style / Variety: Chardonnay
Region: Roy's Hill, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
ABV: 13.8%
Vol: 750ml
Features
- Vegan
