White

Elston Chardonnay

Te Mata

New Zealand

Fact sheet

Type
White
Grape
Chardonnay
Country
New Zealand
Appellation
Hawke's Bay
Alcohol
13.5%
Body
medium
Acidity
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

grilled fish · roast chicken · pasta with white sauce

Rated vintages

  • 2021

  • 2020

  • 2019

  • 2018

  • 2017

  • 2016

  • 2015

  • 201488 pts

    To my mind, Te Mata's strength s are in its red wines. That said, this is a solid Chardonnay. Subtle wood shadings add richness to the flavors of mandarin orange and vanilla custard before ending on a persistent citrus-oil note.

  • 2013

  • 2012