May 2025 Release

Pegasus Bay Chardonnay 2022

Using traditional Burgundian methods, this rich and powerful Chardonnay underwent gentle foot stomping, fermentation in oak (30% new), full malolactic conversion and 12 months maturation.

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Tasting Notes

Pegasus Bay Chardonnay 2022

"Bright lemon/straw in the glass, the '22 release offers up quite rich aromas of juicy nectarine, preserved lemon and citrus fruits with hints of struck match, spiced oatmeal, fennel gratin, vanilla bean, riverstone and pressed flowers. It's dry, long and flavour-packed on the palate, with creamy and nutty oak, wisps of struck flint, gruyere, bright acidity and a really complex plume of flavour on the exit." 94 Points, Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion

Pegasus Bay is a family-owned and run business within the Waipara Valley, led by patriarch and Neuroscientist Ivan Donaldson. Free draining and low fertility soils produce low yields of high quality, flavourful grapes, which fully express the qualities of Pegasus Bay’s unique setting. The range of wines is led by diverse and ageworthy styles of Pinot Noir and Riesling, with highly expressive Semillon, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer and Malbec Cabernet Sauvignon blends complementing the portfolio.

Producer website: https://www.pegasusbay.com/

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