{"product_id":"2023-north-canterbury-chardonnay-pyramid-valley","title":"2023 North Canterbury Chardonnay, Pyramid Valley","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanterbury Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRichly textured and brimming with character, this Chardonnay brings together ripe orchard fruit, savoury complexity and a bright citrus edge. Peach and nectarine unfold alongside lemon peel and grapefruit, with delicate wildflowers and lemongrass lending freshness to the bouquet. Brioche, toasted hazelnut and a gentle touch of vanilla add warmth and depth, while subtle oak spice completes an inviting, beautifully layered impression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe palate is full and generous, with concentrated fruit and a creamy, almost chewy texture that gives every mouthful substance. Fresh, saline acidity runs through that richness, keeping the wine poised and carrying its citrus and nutty flavours into a long, savoury finish. There is plenty to enjoy now, especially alongside buttery fish or roast poultry, yet enough structure and freshness to reward several more years in the cellar. A compelling choice for anyone who likes their Chardonnay expressive, textural and quietly powerful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor when: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunday lunch deserves a bottle worth lingering over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs with: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoast turbot with brown shrimp butter, chicken and leek pie, seared scallops with beurre noisette, pork loin with sage and apple, celeriac and mushroom gratin, or aged Comté.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOld Mendoza Chardonnay vines at Waipara Springs provide the heart of this wine. Planted between 1982 and 1990 in Omihi clay soils, they connect this regional bottling to some of North Canterbury’s established vineyard heritage, bringing a distinctive sense of depth and substance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54799841264001,"sku":null,"price":37.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/0513\/9841\/files\/2023-North-Canterbury-Chardonnay-Pyramid-Valley.png?v=1790851347","url":"https:\/\/www.wine-republic.co.uk\/products\/2023-north-canterbury-chardonnay-pyramid-valley","provider":"Wine Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}