2020 Pegasus Bay Virtuoso Chardonnay
Grape
Chardonnay
Its Origins
Located in arguably New Zealand's most exciting wine region of North Canterbury (more specifically, Waipara), albeit sparsely scattered with wine estates it is at the forefront of interesting and unique wines in NZ. This is due in part to a fabulous free-draining, well protected terroir. Pegasus Bay is run by the Donaldson family who were pioneers in the region and have been involved with local grape growing and winemaking since the 1970's. The whole family are involved in the process from grape to bottle, and a deep respect for the land, with a long term view towards vine and soil health typifies the Donaldson Family's approach to grape growing. Pegasus Bay is an accredited member of the NZWG sustainable viticulture program and are firm believers of using natural methods to combat pests and diseases rather than the application of unnecessary pesticides and herbicides.
What The Critics Say
97/100 Wine Orbit, Sam Kim
"Immensely complex and seductive, the bouquet shows mango, apricot, baked fig, and roasted hazelnut aromas with a lovely flinty nuance. The concentrated palate displays outstanding weight and depth, wonderfully supported by creamy mouthfeel and brilliantly pitched acidity. Multi-layered and engaging with a prolonged, gratifying finish. At its best: now to 2035. $67.00. www.pegasusbay.com. Aug 2024." Drink 2024 - 2035
96/100 James Suckling
"Powerful chardonnay with intense aromas of flinty reduction, smoke, lemon verbena, nutmeg, green papaya, mango and cardamom. It's full-bodied with rich, toasty and tropical fruit, with an underlying smokiness and savory saltiness. Muscular and compact, with punchy acidity. Intense. Sustainable. Drink or hold. Screw cap."
96/100 Cameron Douglas MS
"A fantastic bouquet with power in and intensity, with a core of roasted stone fruits and oak, baked apple and layers of wood spice and wood smoke. As the wine opens pout i glass these ideas intensity and develop. Full bodied, dry, and very intense, flavours mirror the bouquet with stone fruits and lemon, some quince and wood spices all vying for attention on the palate. Medium+ acidity, fine wood tannins frame the wine beautifully. Balanced and well made, a wine that is ready enjoy from today and through 2033+."
| Variety | Chardonnay |
|---|---|
| Region | Waipara |
| Closure | Cap |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Maturity | 2024 - 2035 |
This Wine Goes Well With
Taste
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