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Squawking Magpie 'The Chatterer' Chardonnay
Squawking Magpie 'The Chatterer' Chardonnay

Squawking Magpie 'The Chatterer' Chardonnay

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Squawking Magpie 'The Chatterer' Chardonnay (750ml) is a full-bodied, incredibly flavourful white wine that proudly serves as one of the best quality-for-value hidden gems Hawke's Bay has to offer. Produced under the watchful eye of founder Gavin Yortt, the clever "The Chatterer" selection is inspired by the lively, social chatter of the vineyard's resident magpies. Sourced from estate vineyards farmed under Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand guidelines, this boutique crowd-pleaser delivers a rich, satisfying mouthful of ripe stone fruits and toasty barrel complexity without the premium price tag.
Barrel-Fermented Richness & Textural Depth
The secret to this wine's impressive structure is traditional barrel fermentation, which allows the juicy Hawke's Bay fruit to marry seamlessly with oak. The wine undergoes full malolactic fermentation to soften its natural edges, creating an indulgent, velvety texture. By aging thoughtfully in French oak, the winemakers achieve a beautiful balance where classic, sizzled butter weight is uplifted by a vibrant line of clean fruit acidity.
Tasting Notes
  • Aroma: Highly expressive and inviting. The nose opens with a fragrant, multi-layered bouquet of baked peach, grapefruit, and ripe citrus fruits, beautifully woven into savory notes of toasted baguette, ginger spice, and warm vanilla.
  • Palate: Full-bodied, fleshy, and deeply satisfying. The palate is coated in a rich fusion of stone fruits and grapefruit pith, seamlessly integrated with complex layers of sizzled butter, fresh custard, and a hint of exotic spice.
  • Finish: Smooth, structured, and persistent. It moves gracefully into a long, comforting finish defined by mild wood tannins, fine-textured toasty oak, and a cleansing, balanced line of acidity.
Product Specifications
  • Origin: Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
  • Winery: Squawking Magpie Wines
  • Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
  • Style: Rich, full-bodied, complex, and buttery barrel-aged white wine
  • Winemaking: Premium parcel selection, barrel-fermented and matured in French oak with full malolactic fermentation
  • Sustainability: Certified Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand
Perfect Food Pairings
The beautiful tension between its buttery richness and clean citrus fruit ensures this Hawke's Bay classic performs brilliantly alongside comforting, savory dishes. Serve it slightly cellar-chilled alongside:
  • Classical Sunday night roast chicken slathered with herb-infused butter and crispy potatoes
  • Rich, comforting white-sauce pastas like chicken carbonara or fettuccine alfredo
  • Local New Zealand seafood, including pan-seared scallops or garlic butter prawns
  • Earthy wild mushroom risotto or premium grazing boards featuring soft double-cream brie and roasted cashews
  • Buy Squawking Magpie The Chatterer Chardonnay 750ml. A rich, full-bodied Hawke's Bay white wine featuring a buttery, barrel-fermented palate of peach & oak.
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