AKARUA Akarua Central Otago Chardonnay

Description

Akarua Central Otago Chardonnay is an expressive, elegant white wine from Central Otago, New Zealand — a region better known for Pinot Noir but increasingly recognised for high-quality Chardonnay. This wine typically shows intensity and refinement, with vibrant fruit and mineral elements balanced by texture and structure.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Bright straw with clear hues.

• Nose: Aromas of peach, nectarine and flint with subtle floral perfume and hints of citrus.

• Palate: Full and textural, layered with citrus and stone fruit flavours (lemon, nectarine), bright acidity, and a minerally backbone. There’s often a slight nougat or toasty note from oak influence that carries through to a long, zesty lemon-mineral finish.

• Body & Style: Medium-to full-bodied, concentrated but balanced with finely tuned acidity and texture.

Country & Region of Origin

• Country: New Zealand

• Region: Central Otago — specifically Bannockburn and surrounding sub-regions known for distinctive, expressive wines.

Quick Facts

• Varietal: Chardonnay (100%)

• Style: Dry white wine with both fruit and mineral complexity

• Alcohol: Typically ~14.0%