White wine

Zephyr, Marlborough Chardonnay 2018

RRP 13.50 per bottle
UK Stockist
90
Tasted by
Anthony Rose
Tasted in
London

Coming on like a white Burgundy, Zephyr from ex Wither Hills’ Ben Glover in Marlborough, this ‘feral fermentation’ (i.e. wild yeast) Kiwi Chardonnay, with distinctive notes of toasty oak and nutty lees-stirring, fills the nostrils before seducing the tongue with an array of butterscotch-like and nutty flavours and a fruit quality that’s exuberantly ripe, before settling down with a citrusy backbone for freshness and length. Classy and great value.

Drinking Window
2020 - 2024
Colour
White
Wine Style
Still
Alcohol
13%
Country
New Zealand
Region
South Island
Sub-region
Marlborough
Bottle size
75cl