Escarpment Martinborough Chardonnay 2020
- French oak
- Stonefruit
- Wood spice
- Fresh & lengthy
"From a top vintage that allowed grapes to be picked in perfect condition without any pressure. Barrel fermented and oak matured for 11 months using 20% new barrels. Crisp, tangy chardonnay with citrus, nectarine, hazelnut, struck flint, green apple, baguette crust and subtle spicy oak flavours. Power delivered with finesse. Impressive now but with good cellaring potential" Bob Camppbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Jul 2022
"There’s always an immediate complexity, finesse and elegance about the wines from Escarpment, this Chardonnay exemplifies that with layers of ripe citrus and wood spice, stone fruits and minerality, personality and charm. Very silky and pure on the palate with flavours of tree and stone fruits, wood spices, lees and citrus. Delicious, fresh and lengthy. Best drinking from mid 2022 through 2028" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, Apr 2022
"Bright, straw-yellow with depth, even colour throughout. The nose is gently full, with enticing aromas of well-proportioned struck-match, lemon curd and sherbet unfolding buttery pastry, almonds and delicate spices. Medium-bodied, the palate is elegantly presented, nuances of lemon curd and sherbet melded with yellow apple and a hint of pineapple; an ethereal creamy and light texture unveil zest, spices, smoky flint, and discreet toasted almonds linger to linearity. The mouthfeel is silky and creamy with a finely chalky mineral thread; gentle and integrated acidity support and lengthen the palate with freshness and elegance. This is a well-rounded Chardonnay with beautiful balance and sexy appeal. Match with roasted quail and grilled whole flatfish for the next 6-8 years. Barrel-fermented with full solids, aged 11 months in barrels, 20% new oak. Partial MLF and lees stirred" Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Reviews, Aug 2021
100% Martinborough fruit grown from what can be considered an ideal season. It is an accurate reflection of the district’s unique terroir.
The Summer allowed a normal crop load to ripen slowly, producing powerful opulent fruit flavours and a flinty mineral backbone which combine beautifully with barrel fermentation, to create Burgundian inspired Chardonnay.
Aged in 20% new oak for 11 months a delightful soft texture has developed resulting in a long commanding finish.
Food Pairing: Partial malolactic fermentation and lees stirring has enhanced the texture, complexity and mouth feel allowing it to match most entrée dishes and seafood.
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Escarpment Martinborough Chardonnay 2020
Escarpment Martinborough Chardonnay 2020
- French oak
- Stonefruit
- Wood spice
- Fresh & lengthy
"From a top vintage that allowed grapes to be picked in perfect condition without any pressure. Barrel fermented and oak matured for 11 months using 20% new barrels. Crisp, tangy chardonnay with citrus, nectarine, hazelnut, struck flint, green apple, baguette crust and subtle spicy oak flavours. Power delivered with finesse. Impressive now but with good cellaring potential" Bob Camppbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Jul 2022
"There’s always an immediate complexity, finesse and elegance about the wines from Escarpment, this Chardonnay exemplifies that with layers of ripe citrus and wood spice, stone fruits and minerality, personality and charm. Very silky and pure on the palate with flavours of tree and stone fruits, wood spices, lees and citrus. Delicious, fresh and lengthy. Best drinking from mid 2022 through 2028" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, Apr 2022
"Bright, straw-yellow with depth, even colour throughout. The nose is gently full, with enticing aromas of well-proportioned struck-match, lemon curd and sherbet unfolding buttery pastry, almonds and delicate spices. Medium-bodied, the palate is elegantly presented, nuances of lemon curd and sherbet melded with yellow apple and a hint of pineapple; an ethereal creamy and light texture unveil zest, spices, smoky flint, and discreet toasted almonds linger to linearity. The mouthfeel is silky and creamy with a finely chalky mineral thread; gentle and integrated acidity support and lengthen the palate with freshness and elegance. This is a well-rounded Chardonnay with beautiful balance and sexy appeal. Match with roasted quail and grilled whole flatfish for the next 6-8 years. Barrel-fermented with full solids, aged 11 months in barrels, 20% new oak. Partial MLF and lees stirred" Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Reviews, Aug 2021
100% Martinborough fruit grown from what can be considered an ideal season. It is an accurate reflection of the district’s unique terroir.
The Summer allowed a normal crop load to ripen slowly, producing powerful opulent fruit flavours and a flinty mineral backbone which combine beautifully with barrel fermentation, to create Burgundian inspired Chardonnay.
Aged in 20% new oak for 11 months a delightful soft texture has developed resulting in a long commanding finish.
Food Pairing: Partial malolactic fermentation and lees stirring has enhanced the texture, complexity and mouth feel allowing it to match most entrée dishes and seafood.
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- French oak
- Stonefruit
- Wood spice
- Fresh & lengthy
"From a top vintage that allowed grapes to be picked in perfect condition without any pressure. Barrel fermented and oak matured for 11 months using 20% new barrels. Crisp, tangy chardonnay with citrus, nectarine, hazelnut, struck flint, green apple, baguette crust and subtle spicy oak flavours. Power delivered with finesse. Impressive now but with good cellaring potential" Bob Camppbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Jul 2022
"There’s always an immediate complexity, finesse and elegance about the wines from Escarpment, this Chardonnay exemplifies that with layers of ripe citrus and wood spice, stone fruits and minerality, personality and charm. Very silky and pure on the palate with flavours of tree and stone fruits, wood spices, lees and citrus. Delicious, fresh and lengthy. Best drinking from mid 2022 through 2028" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, Apr 2022
"Bright, straw-yellow with depth, even colour throughout. The nose is gently full, with enticing aromas of well-proportioned struck-match, lemon curd and sherbet unfolding buttery pastry, almonds and delicate spices. Medium-bodied, the palate is elegantly presented, nuances of lemon curd and sherbet melded with yellow apple and a hint of pineapple; an ethereal creamy and light texture unveil zest, spices, smoky flint, and discreet toasted almonds linger to linearity. The mouthfeel is silky and creamy with a finely chalky mineral thread; gentle and integrated acidity support and lengthen the palate with freshness and elegance. This is a well-rounded Chardonnay with beautiful balance and sexy appeal. Match with roasted quail and grilled whole flatfish for the next 6-8 years. Barrel-fermented with full solids, aged 11 months in barrels, 20% new oak. Partial MLF and lees stirred" Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Reviews, Aug 2021
100% Martinborough fruit grown from what can be considered an ideal season. It is an accurate reflection of the district’s unique terroir.
The Summer allowed a normal crop load to ripen slowly, producing powerful opulent fruit flavours and a flinty mineral backbone which combine beautifully with barrel fermentation, to create Burgundian inspired Chardonnay.
Aged in 20% new oak for 11 months a delightful soft texture has developed resulting in a long commanding finish.
Food Pairing: Partial malolactic fermentation and lees stirring has enhanced the texture, complexity and mouth feel allowing it to match most entrée dishes and seafood.
