Kumeu River Coddington Chardonnay 2023

This dry white wine from the Kumeu region in Auckland is a single-varietal Chardonnay crafted by Kumeu River. It features aromas of ripe peach and apricot, complemented by toasted oak and hazelnut notes, with a vibrant acidity that balances its creamy texture.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Chardonnay
• D.O. / Region: Kumeu (Auckland)
• Winery: Kumeu River
• Soil / Altitude: Moderate altitude, sheltered north-facing slope
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: 11 months in French oak barrels / high cellaring potential

The vineyard

The grapes are sourced from the Coddington vineyard, planted in 1994 and managed under sustainable practices. Its sheltered, north-facing location ensures optimal and consistent ripening of the Chardonnay grapes.

Ideal combination

Fish

Fish pairs best with white and rosé wines: they don't overpower the taste and suit different cooking methods.

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Poultry

Poultry works with light white wines — Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc — or soft reds like Pinot Noir, Grenache.

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Cheese

Cheeses pair well with wine: hard cheeses with reds, soft and blue cheeses with whites and fortified wines.

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Winemaking

The harvest is done by hand, followed by whole-bunch pressing. Fermentation takes place with wild yeasts in older French oak barrels, where the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and matures for 11 months.

Why buy it

If you are looking for a Burgundy-style white with great volume and freshness for your personal cellar, this is a highly suitable choice. Its structure will allow it to develop beautifully in the bottle over the coming years. You can buy Kumeu River Coddington Chardonnay 2023 online directly from our shop to enjoy a highly regarded New Zealand white.