TASTING NOTES FOR Huia Stoneweaver Chardonnay Marlborough New Zealand 2019

🍷 Appearance
Bright straw with golden highlights. Clean and luminous in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Expressive and inviting, showing peach, nectarine and stone fruit.
Hints of nutmeg spice, vanilla and light oak add warmth and complexity.

👅 Palate
Generous and fruit-driven, delivering ripe peach, citrus and tangelo.
A rounded, slightly creamy texture is balanced by fresh acidity, giving both richness and lift.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Medium-bodied with a smooth, supple mouthfeel.
The finish is long and gently mineral, with citrus peel and stone fruit lingering.

🍇 Overall Style
A modern Marlborough Chardonnay—ripe, textural and approachable.
Combines stone fruit richness with subtle oak and fresh acidity, offering both generosity and balance.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast chicken, grilled seafood, creamy pasta or pork dishes. Also excellent with soft cheeses and buttery sauces.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A generous, fruit-driven Chardonnay that delivers richness, texture and easy appeal.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a crowd-pleasing white that offers both flavour and versatility.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷