2023 Black Cottage Chardonnay from Marlborough is a vibrant cool-climate Chardonnay that combines bright fruit purity with subtle oak complexity. Sourced from the renowned Rapaura Gravels area and old Mendoza vines, the wine showcases the freshness and elegance that Marlborough Chardonnay is known for.
Hand-picked grapes were whole-bunch pressed and fermented in French oak barrels (around 30% new oak), followed by partial malolactic fermentation and 12 months of lees ageing, creating added texture and depth while maintaining lively acidity.
Elegant yet approachable, this Chardonnay pairs beautifully with roast chicken, seafood, creamy pasta dishes or grilled pork, and can be enjoyed now or over the next few years as the oak and fruit integrate further.
