Similar to its predecessor in its youth, with more elegance and poise, the oak is a little more subdued, but showing great subtle spiciness, length, and beautiful fruit weight. The use of fruit from their acclaimed Rarangi Vineyard adds to the mineral palate structure and lime citrus aromas.

Drink now-early 2013. Match with Thai grilled chicken breasts.

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• (2009 Vintage) “The Wither Hills Marlborough Chardonnay has a leesy, nutty perfume. Quite an elegant palate that is again lightly nutty with creamy leesy characters. Understated. ” 01/06/2010, Decanter , Rosemary George MW

• (2009 Vintage) “Already drinking well, this fleshy, generous wine has a fragrant bouquet of peachy fruit and a subtle, biscuity oak influence. Mouthfilling, with fresh, stone-fruit flavours, finely textured and with good complexity and richness. Top value...” 01/06/2010, Winestate, Michael Cooper