Kumeu River Mates' Chardonnay

This is the only remaining vineyard on the Kumeu River winery which has been planted with the Mendoza clone. The vine age and the districtive characteristics of this clone help give Mate's Vineyard its unique character. This vineyard has always dislayed aromas of pears but with a mineral edge. The palate is always long and concentrated. The 2008 vintage has given a wine that is even more complex and concentrated with great tautness and length on the palate.