This product is not for sale to people under the ages: 18 years (UK and EU), 21 years (USA) etc. By placing an order, you confirm that you meet the legal drinking age requirement in your country. To confirm that the recipient meets the legal drinking age to purchase alcohol, a valid photographic ID with his/her date of birth is required prior to delivery. If this identification is not provided, the alcohol will be returned at your expense. See our Shipping Policy and Terms of Service for further information. The perfect aperitif Chardonnay, it's a wine that pairs very well with all types of seafood. Fermented 40% in old French oak barriques, and 60% in stainless steel tanks there is very little oak influence on either nose or palate. This has allowed the vibrant fruit to show through beautifully with lively lime and lemon aromas and a flinty, mineral edginess with hints of fig and white peach. Country of Origin New Zealand Storage To enjoy this wine at its best, drink within 3 years of purchase. Brand Kumeu River Four generations of the Brajkovich have nurtured and developed Kumeu River since the first vineyard was bought in 1944. The Estate is now considered to be one of the finest wineries in the world and continues to produce award-winning, highly sought after wines in the North of New Zealand and now in its new property in Hawkes Bay. Manufacturer Kumeu River Wines, 550 State Highway 16, Auckland 0892, New Zealand Allergen Information Contains Sulphites Dietary Information Suitable for Vegetarians Product details ABV (%) 13 Units 9.8 Grape Variety Chardonnay Tasting Notes Lively lime and lemon aromas and a flinty, mineral edginess with hints of fig and white peach. The weighty mid-palate also shows peachy ripeness along with crisp acid minerality that gives the wine a refreshing cleansing quality. This wine is delightful as an aperitif, and even better to drink with fish and shellfish. History The Brajkovich family and Kumeu River Wines is a story that parallels the New Zealand wine industry. From the pioneering days to the establishment of the New Zealand wine industry to today, the Brajkovich family have been internationally recognised as producing world class wine. The first vineyard was bought in 1944 and the estate has now grown to 30 hectares Regional Information Despite being situated well north of New Zealand's other viticultural regions, Kumeu's climate is cooled through its close proximity to both the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean. This climate , combined with soil types very efficient at retaining water where needed, results in conditions that enhance the fantastic aromas and flavours from early ripening varieties such as chardonnay and pinot gris. Vinification Details Indigenous yeast fermentation 100% malo-lactic fermentation 60% Tank Fermentation 40% Barrel Fermentation (5 year old + French oak barriques) Producer Kumeu River Agent New Generation Wines Winemaker Michael Brajkovich Please drink responsibly Know your limits The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week