Daylight Wine & Spirits The Marlborist Chardonnay 2023 vs Vergelegen Chardonnay Reserve 2023
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| Availability | In stock | Out of stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £18.99 | — |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | — |
| Producer | — | Vergelegen |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Chardonnay | Chardonnay |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy | No current tracked offers |
Daylight Wine & Spirits The Marlborist Chardonnay 2023
Daylight Wine & Spirits The Marlborist Chardonnay is a vibrant, finely crafted expression of Marlborough ’s cool‑climate terroir. Sourced from select hillside and river‑valley parcels, the fruit benefits from long sunshine hours, crisp nights and mineral‑rich soils that naturally enhance freshness and aromatic clarity. Hand‑picked and whole‑bunch pressed, the juice ferments with a mix of wild and cultured yeasts before ageing in French oak and stainless steel, creating a Chardonnay that balances purity with subtle complexity. Why You’ll Love It This is modern Marlborough Chardonnay at its best which is bright, textural and beautifully poised. The Marlborist captures the region’s signature energy while offering layers of refinement, making it ideal for those who enjoy Chardonnay with both freshness and depth. Meet the Producer Daylight Wine & Spirits is a small, quality‑focused producer dedicated to showcasing the character of New Zealand ’s most expressive vineyard sites. Working closely with growers who prioritise sustainable farming, they craft wines that highlight place, precision and purity. Production Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness, then gently whole‑bunch pressed to preserve delicacy. Fermentation takes place in a combination of French oak barrels and stainless‑steel tanks, allowing both texture and brightness to develop. Lees ageing adds subtle richness while maintaining a clean, mineral‑driven profile. Tasting Notes Aromas of white peach, citrus zest and nectarine mingle with hints of toasted almond and delicate spice. The palate is fresh and finely textured, offering stone fruit, lemon curd and a touch of flint. A lively line of acidity carries the wine to a long, elegant, gently creamy finish. Perfect Pairings Excellent with roast chicken, grilled prawns, creamy pasta, seared fish, risotto or soft cheeses. Its balance of richness and freshness makes it versatile across a wide range of dishes. Grape Variety 100% Chardonnay
Vergelegen Chardonnay Reserve 2023
The Reserve Range highlights Vergelegen’s terroir and varietal character. The label, featuring the estate’s elegant front gates, welcomes wine lovers to explore the estate through its refined bottlings. Winemaking Hand-harvested and carefully sorted, the grapes are largely whole-bunch pressed, with a small proportion destemmed before pressing. Fermentation takes place in barrel, using a combination of wild and cultured yeasts, with varying levels of solids to enhance complexity. Partial malolactic fermentation and regular bâtonnage add texture, before the wine spends 10 months in French oak of varying sizes, toasts and ages. Tasting Notes Barrel-fermented and grown on ancient granite soils, this Chardonnay shows a lemony yellow-green hue. Aromas of zesty citrus, spice and delicate citrus blossom are layered with subtle notes of buttered toast, framed by freshness and elegance. Food Pairing Superb with roast chicken, seared scallops or creamy pasta dishes. Awards International Wine Challenge: Gold 95 pts Platter’s: 96 pts Tim Atkin MW: 93 pts Wine Advocate: 93 pts Decanter World Wine Awards: Silver 90 pts
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