Another stellar offering from Kumeu River, both in terms of objective quality and quality-to-price ratio. Their Rays Road Chardonnay shows a lovely bouquet of pineapple, yellow apples, river rock, and cream. In the mouth, the wine gives notes of lemon tart and baking spice, with racy acidity. With true depth, complexity, and fantastic balance, Kumeu River’s 2022 Rays Road Chardonnay is a steal at $40.
Kumeu River, Hawkes Bay (New Zealand) Chardonnay 2022
By John McDermott