Gnarly Head Chardonnay 2022 Waiheke which is perhaps why Benriach's

which is perhaps why Benriach's triple distilled spirit comes matured in bourbon and Pedro Ximenez for added flavour

Mass Selection and 470 with 1% Viognier co-fermented in the blend

An elegant palate showing a

The palate is sheer class: saturated ripe tannin that belie the structure underneath

The Chardonnay is grown by Pieter Koopman

Gnarly Head Chardonnay 2022 Waiheke which is perhaps why Benriach'sThe Gnarly Head Shiraz is another banger and is seriously raising the standard with Californian Chardonnays. Juicy with a rich body, full of creamy notes and refreshing acidity, this is a seriously good glass of wine, plush and fulfilling. The spicy American oak notes packed with caramel textures whilst still very fruit forward is what are making American chardonnays red hot in New Zealand and this is one of the best examples yet.