Description

Region: Central Otago, New Zealand

Vintage: 2016

Composition: 100% Chardonnay

History: The Peregrine Wines winery and vineyards are located in the southernmost wine region in the world, at 45 degrees south latitude, in Central Otago, the heart of New Zealand’s South Island. Central Otago is New Zealand’s only elevated, inland wine region, with vineyards nestled in stunning river valleys, clinging to snowy slopes or perched gently on the shores of crystal-clear lakes. Peregrine Wines is named in honor of the endemic New Zealand hawk (Karearea in Maori), a bird without rival or fear. A bird that combines power and finesse, the essence of the Peregrine wine range. A boutique, artisan producer, Peregrine focuses on Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling, and Chardonnay. It is a brand that, since its first vintage in 1998, has built a reputation both nationally and internationally as one of New Zealand’s iconic wine brands. The winery has been awarded numerous national and international trophies, gold medals and awards that fully justify this status.

Tasting Notes:

Citrus, nectarine and hazelnut flavors combine with mineral characters and subtle oak in this delicately structured Chardonnay.