Q WINE
Chardonnay 2021 750ml

A one-in-eighty-year drought in Waitaki saw creeks dry up and pastures crack early in the spring of 2020, leaving the vineyard crew racing to turn on irrigation that had not been used in 15 years. The dry conditions increased the risk of frost and, combined with the influence of the October full moon, caused some damage in our Q WINE vineyard.

Flowering proved successful for Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris; however, cooler conditions during the Chardonnay flowering period reduced crop size. The drought was finally broken by a major rain event in early January, establishing a healthy canopy across the vineyard and setting up excellent fruit. The run to harvest was aided by dry, hot ripening conditions, leading to one of Waitaki’s earliest and finest vintages.

An elegant and precise Chardonnay, displaying apricot and citrus with well balanced oak and minerals.

Candice Wine Chat

93 Points

A bouquet and palate of a wine that is ready and in the correct drinking window. Aromas and flavours of a developing wine showcasing baked peach and apple flavours, there’s a butter grapefruit flavour then layers of new wood and plenty of acidity to keep the palate refreshed. Well made with a dry lengthy finihs. Ready from day of purchase through 2027.

Cameron Douglas Master Sommelier

92 Points - Premium

Showing the benefit of some nutty/cashew bottle development but still quite youthful with hints of green apple and oyster shell characters. Perhaps lacking the concentration of some earlier vintages, it remains an appealing wine.

Bob Campbell Master of Wine

92 points

The grapes have been handpicked and whole-bunch pressed before barrel fermentation. A generous, textural palate combines minerality and richness, with long-lasting aromas of white flowers, bread crumb, and complex spices — fresh ginger, white pepper, and vanilla bean.

Read tasting notes

	Tasting Notes -
	Region Waitaki Valley		Bottle Closure Type Screw Cap
	Vintage 2021		ABV% 14.50

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Q WINE Chardonnay 2021 750ml

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Chardonnay 2021 750ml