The 2005 Marlborough Chardonnay is sourced from two Giesen vineyards supplemented by contract grown fruit. The vineyards are spread throughout the Wairau Valley ensuring a range of components for blending. Approximately 40% of the blend was fermented in oak barriques with the balance fermented in tanks. The wine was left on yeast lees to enhance structure and flavour profile with 60% completing malo-lactic fermentation. After blending the wine was prepared with bottling with a gelatin fining and bottled in Sept 2006. Remove the screwcap and allow to breath before serving. Partner with rice dishes, fresh fish and rich pasta dishes. | 
