Block 6 Chardonnay - Felton Road - Central Otago - White Wine 2024 (75cl)

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Sourced from the prestigious Block 6 vineyard at Elms Vineyard in Bannockburn, Central Otago, the Felton Road Block 6 Chardonnay embodies the most generous and sun-drenched expression of Felton Road’s Chardonnay. Grown using organic and biodynamic methods on a north-facing slope, this wine benefits from an exceptional terroir that promotes optimal fruit ripeness whilst preserving freshness and precision. On the nose, it reveals a complex bouquet of white peach, nectarine and ripe citrus, enriched by delicate notes of brioche, toasted hazelnut and almond derived from its ageing on lees in French oak barrels. On the palate, it captivates with its fullness and silky texture. Flavours of stone fruit and grapefruit intertwine with a subtle minerality and a briny edge that prolong the tasting experience into a long, pure and remarkably balanced finish. Vinified using a minimally interventionist approach — fermentation with indigenous yeasts, extended ageing on lees, and no fining or filtration — this Chardonnay authentically reflects the identity of its terroir.