The 2023 Corofin Brawn Vineyard Chardonnay is a beautifully refined and intensely mineral Chardonnay from one of New Zealand’s most respected small producers, sourced from the organically farmed Brawn Vineyard in Marlborough. Crafted with a restrained, minimal-intervention approach, the wine balances crystalline fruit purity with subtle savoury complexity and exceptional precision. The nose reveals white peach, lemon curd and grapefruit layered alongside flinty reduction, oatmeal, crushed nuts and delicate citrus blossom, giving the wine impressive tension and elegance.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with vibrant natural acidity, silky texture and a long mineral-driven finish. Layers of citrus and stone fruit are balanced by subtle lees complexity, saline freshness and beautifully integrated oak, creating a wine that feels both energetic and finely detailed.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Corofin Brawn Vineyard Chardonnay is a superb cool-climate Chardonnay — precise, mineral and beautifully textured with excellent depth and finesse. Perfect with grilled seafood, roast chicken, scallops, creamy risotto or soft white cheeses. Enjoy now through 2038+.
