The 2020 Luna Eclipse Chardonnay is a refined Martinborough Chardonnay crafted in a cool-climate New Zealand style that balances purity, texture and mineral precision. Produced from mature vineyard fruit and fermented in French oak puncheons with extended lees ageing, the wine shows both concentration and elegance while reflecting the freshness and structure typical of Martinborough Chardonnay.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with vibrant acidity and a layered, creamy texture, delivering flavours of white peach, grapefruit and citrus layered with flinty minerality, roasted cashew and subtle oak spice. The wine remains energetic and finely balanced, with savoury complexity and restrained oak carrying through a long, mineral-driven finish.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent Chardonnay for customers who enjoy elegant cool-climate styles with texture, freshness and restrained oak influence. The extended lees ageing and careful barrel fermentation add complexity without losing the wine’s bright mineral edge. Drinking beautifully now and capable of evolving further over the next 5–8 years. Ideal with grilled snapper, roast chicken, creamy seafood dishes or mushroom risotto.
