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Matawhero Chardonnay 750ml | Gisborne White Wine
Matawhero Chardonnay 750ml | Gisborne White Wine

Matawhero Chardonnay 750ml | Gisborne White Wine

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Matawhero Gisborne Chardonnay (750ml) is an exceptional, beautifully expressive white wine that pays tribute to the rich history of a true New Zealand winemaking icon. Originally founded in 1975 by Denis Irwin, Matawhero pioneered the boutique wine movement in Gisborne—the self-proclaimed Chardonnay capital of New Zealand. Today, under the guidance of the Searle family, this premium drop continues to embody the region's legendary sun-drenched style, delivering a remarkably smooth, rich, and fruit-driven profile packed with classic, stone-fruit concentration.
Sun-Drenched Terroir & Creamy Craftsmanship
The fruit is sourced from premium, sustainably managed vineyards across Gisborne’s clay-loam flats, where high sunshine hours and coastal proximity yield naturally sweet, intensely aromatic grapes. In the cellar, the winemakers implement a modern approach to achieve an optimal balance of freshness and texture. The juice undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation with a portion matured on its fine yeast lees with targeted oak contact. This builds a gorgeous, velvety mid-palate structure and a hint of vanilla warmth while allowing the pure, opulent fruit core to take absolute center stage.
Tasting Notes
  • Aroma: Highly expressive, warm, and inviting. The nose opens with a fragrant, tropical bouquet of ripe yellow peach, sweet nectarine, and melon, beautifully layered over a savory backdrop of roasted cashews and subtle toasty oak.
  • Palate: Full-bodied, fleshy, and incredibly smooth on the tongue. The palate enjoys a succulent, concentrated core of golden peach, apricot, and lemon curd, supported by a softly rounded, creamy mouthfeel.
  • Finish: Long, comforting, and beautifully balanced. It concludes with a satisfying trail of warm vanilla spice, a delicate touch of butterscotch, and a soft line of refreshing fruit acidity.
Product Specifications
  • Origin: Gisborne, New Zealand
  • Winery: Matawhero Wines
  • Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
  • Style: Bold, rich, and fruit-forward dry white wine
  • Winemaking: Parcel selection with targeted oak barrel maturation and extensive yeast lees aging
  • Sustainability: 100% Certified Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand
Perfect Food Pairings
The magnificent structural depth, fruit density, and warm texture ensure this Gisborne classic pairs magnificently with rich, comforting dishes. Serve it slightly chilled alongside:
  • Local New Zealand seafood, particularly garlic butter prawns, pan-seared snapper, or a rich seafood chowder
  • Classic Sunday night roast chicken basted generously in sage and herb-infused butter
  • Creamy pasta dishes, chicken fettuccine carbonara, or wild mushroom risotto
  • Premium grazing boards featuring double-cream brie, roasted cashews, and water crackers
Shop Matawhero Gisborne Chardonnay 750ml. A classic, rich New Zealand white wine featuring a smooth, creamy palate of ripe yellow peach, cashew and vanilla oak.
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