Grown entirely in the Tuki Tuki Valley at the Tuki Tuki and Terraces vineyards, the 2021 vintage was crafted from the finest parcels of Chardonnay produced under outstanding conditions. The two vineyards provide highly complementary blending partners, both benefitting from cooling afternoon sea breezes that help to preserve fragrance and fresh acidity. These conditions are ideal for Chardonnay, the sole variety cultivated on the opposing banks of the Tuki Tuki River.
Tasting Notes
Aromas: The 2021 TOM Chardonnay is a complex wine of great density. Aromas of fragrant citrus and riper stone fruit notes are overlaid with notes of roasted hazelnut and warm pastry, with a wisp of smokiness recalling struck flint.
Body: The palate is full-bodied yet finely structured, carried by a seam of fresh acidity and a slate-like mineral edge that combine to give a sense of reined-in power delivered with focus and drive.
Cellaring
With careful cellaring, we expect this wine to continue to mature gracefully for six years or more from vintage date. With age, the wine will develop more complex, savoury nuttiness and will gain breadth and richness on the palate.
