Sileni, The Sleeping Giant Chardonnay, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand 2023
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(at WeWork, London SE1, 29 Apr 2024)
Drinking Window: 2024 - 2026
If you're in the mood for a decent, uncomplicated New World Chardonnay, this Hawke's Bay wine from Sileni Estate – exclusive to Majestic – could very well hit the spot. A small portion of the blend has been aged in French oak barriques, and 50% of the blend went through malolactic fermentation: this gives the wine and creamy, toasty warmth, wrapped around crisp tropical fruit. Mix-six price: £11.99.
Producer
Sileni
Brand
The Sleeping Giant Chardonnay
Vintage
2023
Wine Type
Still
Colour
White
Country
New Zealand
Region
Hawke’s Bay
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Screwcap
Alcohol
12.50%
Body
Medium
Grapes
100% Chardonnay