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Dog Point Marlborough Chardonnay 2022

Name: Dog Point Marlborough Chardonnay 2022
SKU: xBK821960-22
Price: 182.15 GBP
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£182.15

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6 bottle(s) at £30.36 per bottle.

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Dog Point Marlborough Chardonnay 2022 - Wine Description

Country: New Zealand
Region: Marlborough
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
ABV: 14%
Case Size: 6/75

The Dog Point Marlborough Chardonnay 2022 is a stunning expression of the Marlborough region, showcasing the true elegance of New Zealand's finest Chardonnay. This wine is built around a vibrant citrus fruit profile, offering a ripe spectrum of lemon, lime, and orange zest. At the heart of its complexity are enticing aromas of toasted nuts, spice, and a distinct gravelly flint character, evoking the terroir of this renowned wine-producing region.

On the palate, this Chardonnay is pure, focused, and structured with a lively acidity that provides excellent freshness. The texture is refined, resulting from its careful barrel-ageing process, which adds layers of complexity while maintaining a delicate balance. The wine is beautifully bright and energetic, with a crystalline mid-palate that evolves into a nutty, spicy finish, showcasing the harmony of oak influence and fruit character.

Tasting Notes:

Nose: A pronounced minerality of gunflint and struck match, paired with ripe citrus and stone fruit notes.
Palate: A precise and structured wine with fine acidity, offering vibrant citrus and stone fruit flavours, followed by a smooth, nutty finish.
Finish: Long and complex, with subtle spice and nutty nuances that linger on the palate.

This Chardonnay can be enjoyed in its youthful state now but will continue to evolve beautifully in the cellar, with the potential to age for 10+ years. The balance of fruit, acidity, and oak makes it an ideal wine for aging.

Awards:

96 pts, The Real Review
94 pts, James Suckling
5 stars, Michael Cooper’s Buyer’s Guide
17 pts, Jancis Robinson

Details

Analytical Data:

Dry
Residual Sugar: 1.0 g/l
Acidity: 7.0 g/l
pH: 3.2

Customer Reviews:

"A beautifully complex Chardonnay. The minerality is striking and adds a wonderful depth to the wine. Definitely worth cellaring!" – James T.
"This is one of the best Chardonnays I've had from Marlborough. Crisp, yet full of depth. The oak influence is just right." – Sarah L.
"Exceptional wine! It’s fresh, but with a lovely nutty, almost creamy finish. A must-try for Chardonnay lovers." – David R.

Additional Info

More Information
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Price	£151.79
Featured Product	No
Country	New Zealand
Vintage	2022
Bottles Per Case	6
Bottle Size (cl)	75
Winery	Back in 1979, when Ivan and Margaret Sutherland first planted the Dog Point vineyard, Marlborough was a long way from being the household name amongst wine drinkers that it is today. The investment proved to be a sage decision, and as the popularity of Marlborough grew (thanks in no small part to Ivan Sutherland’s work as chief viticulturist at Cloudy Bay), the fruit from this vineyard in Marlborough’s southern valleys became highly sought-after. Whilst working at Cloudy Bay, Sutherland met James Healy, the head winemaker, and together, they aspired to produce their wines. This dream came to fruition with the 2002 vintage, and the first wines made under the Dog Point name were released in 2004, quickly winning global acclaim. Dog Point’s icon status has been maintained through a meticulous approach in both the vineyard and the winery, now the responsibility of the next generation of the Sutherland family who has taken charge. All the grapes from the low-cropped, organic vineyard are hand-picked, and the wines are either partially or fully fermented with wild yeasts. The focused range of just four wines allows for a house style that marries complexity and drinkability, producing distinctive and age-worthy wines that are recognisably Dog Point.