Description / Reviews
"Pōtiki, meaning ‘last born’ in Maori, is blended from a selection of newer plantings and some of our more established blocks on the Martinborough Terrace. Barrel fermented in 300 litre puncheons with indigenous yeasts, followed by 11 months on lees to bring a subtle complexity." - Ata Rangi, Winemaker
"A vintage that suited white varieties, the 2023 Pōtiki has evolved into a truly remarkable wine. The 2023 has an expressive, floral, and fruit driven nose of white peach and nectarine, with mealy notes of cashew nuts and blanched white almonds. The palate has a smooth entry and almost doesn’t prepare you for the focus and freshness of this wine. This classical chardonnay maintains poise and focus and, will reward cellaring." - Negociants, Importer
"A complex pure bouquet defining minerality and site first then scents of white peach and overripe grapefruit peel, there’s a line pomaceous fruits then barrel spice and fine chalky lees ideas. At ambient to slightly cool temperature this wine performs best with a fine silk-cream touch, acid line and core fruit flavours all in harmony. Fine fruit and wood tannins frame the ideas of minerality as well as adding mouthfeel and length through the palate. Well made, delicious and ready to drink from day of purchase through 2030." - 95 Points, Cam Douglas MS
