2016 New Zealand

The Coddington vineyard’s unique clay based soil and north facing aspect provides luscious peachy fruit which in a fruit forward vintage like 2016 shows particularly well. Coddington is also known for its excellent acidity which keeps the plushness of the fruit in check giving a wine of lovely balance which is easily enjoyable in youth. A serious step up from the Estate Chardonnay in terms of power, concentration and complexity, the Coddington sees  slightly more new oak adding an extra smoky toasty note which nicely envelopes the plethora of stone fruit with a lemony zip on the finish.
Stephanie Barlow, Private Account Manager

Vibrant and lively on the front of the palate, this displays nettle, fresh gooseberry with a touch of lemon pith complexity. Underneath there is a little marzipan sweetness to the midpalate, white stone fruit too. Much more complex than one may initially expect. I suspect that this will age rather gracefully too. This should appeal not just to NZ Sauvignon fans but fans of more ‘proper’, old fashioned White Bordeaux too. 
Gary Owen - Private Account Manager