{"product_id":"2024-low-burn-chardonnay-pyramid-valley","title":"2024 Low Burn Chardonnay, Pyramid Valley","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSouthern Spark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVivid, layered and full of personality, Low Burn combines the indulgence of fine Chardonnay with Central Otago’s exhilarating freshness. Lemon curd and grilled pineapple mingle with white flowers, warm pastry and creamy mascarpone, while a delicate mānuka smoke character brings an intriguing savoury lift. Toasted pine nuts and subtle oak sit beneath the fruit, giving the bouquet depth without obscuring its bright citrus centre.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA creamy opening gives way to a rush of mouth-watering acidity, carrying flavours of lemon meringue, ripe citrus and a distinctive salty tang. There is lovely substance here, with a fine, gently gripping texture that gives the wine shape and keeps its richness beautifully controlled. The finish is long, lively and savoury, inviting another sip. A compelling bottle for lovers of Chardonnay with both generosity and precision, ready to enjoy now and capable of developing further complexity over the next few years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor when: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe seafood is the centrepiece and the wine needs to rise to the occasion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs with: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with grilled lobster with lemon butter, roast turbot with beurre blanc, crab and crème fraîche tart, chicken with morel cream sauce, scallop risotto, or roast cauliflower with toasted almonds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Burn takes its name from the stream running through Pyramid Valley’s estate in Central Otago’s Lowburn sub-region. Sheltered within a valley, the Chardonnay parcels occupy a stony ancient river terrace. Their citrus intensity and floral character give this wine a distinctive identity within the producer’s Pastures Collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56341231534465,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/0513\/9841\/files\/2024LowBurnChardonnay_PyramidValley.png?v=1790850731","url":"https:\/\/www.wine-republic.co.uk\/products\/2024-low-burn-chardonnay-pyramid-valley","provider":"Wine Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}