Trinity Hill, Gimblett Gravels (Hawkes Bay, New Zealand) Chardonnay 2017

Jan 22, 2020

By Rich Cook

 Chardonnay probably isn’t the first grape you associate with New Zealand (me neither), but here is a bottle that might move it up your list a few spots.  Great acidity and a low 13% alcohol number carry lively lemon and yellow grapefruit flavors that get a touch of subtle nutty character as an enhancer, all finishing together with great push and an invitation to another sip.   

Country / Region

Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

Appellation

Gimblett Gravels

Grape Variety

Chardonnay

Color

White

Vintage

2017

Score

92

Price

US $ 40.00

Producer

Trinity Hill