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Landing Madre Chardonnay
Landing Madre Chardonnay

Landing Madre Chardonnay

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The Landing 'Madre' Chardonnay (750ml) is the absolute crown jewel of Northland viticulture—an ultra-premium, complex, and deeply soulful white wine crafted from the absolute finest barrels of the estate. Hailing from the breathtaking, historic slopes of the Bay of Islands, the name "Madre" (Mother) pays homage to the ancient clay soils and coastal elements that nurture the vines. Hand-harvested, wild-fermented, and aged in select French oak, this flagship prestige bottling represents a breathtakingly sophisticated style that rivals fine white Burgundy, balancing intense golden fruit power with an intricate, flinty maritime tension.
Masterful Wild Craftsmanship & Coastal Majesty
The fruit for the Madre is meticulously selected from low-yielding vine parcels exposed to the warm sub-tropical sun and cooling, salt-kissed breezes of the Pacific. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous "wild" yeasts in French oak puncheons imparts an incredible, multi-dimensional depth. Winemakers carefully manage full malolactic fermentation and extensive lees stirring (bâtonnage) to sculpt a luxuriously weighty, creamy texture, while the natural sea spray influence of the site ensures the wine never loses its stunning, focused energy.
Tasting Notes
  • Aroma: A luminous, deep golden-straw pour. The nose is extraordinarily complex and evocative, opening with a striking bouquet of firework flint, struck match, and roasted cashew, beautifully layered over ripe yellow nectarine, lemon curd, and a delicate hint of vanilla bean paste.
  • Palate: Full-bodied, structural, and immense on the palate. It treats the mouth to an opulent, velvety texture bursting with intense flavours of grilled peach, preserved citrus, and warm brioche crust, all seamlessly integrated with fine, spicy French oak.
  • Finish: Magnificently long, precise, and regal. It flows into an elegant, dry finish defined by a persistent line of natural fruit acidity and a lingering, distinctive maritime-saline minerality that commands respect.
Product Specifications
  • Origin: Bay of Islands, Northland, New Zealand
  • Winery: The Landing Wines
  • Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
  • Style: Full-bodied, ultra-premium, complex, and mineral-driven barrel-aged white wine
  • Winemaking: 100% Hand-picked, whole-bunch pressed, wild-yeast fermented in French oak puncheons, full malolactic fermentation, and extended maturation on fine yeast lees.
Perfect Food Pairings
The immense power and striking structural elegance of this gastronomic masterpiece demand sophisticated, rich dishes. Serve it slightly cellar-chilled (around 10–12°C) to allow its complex layers to fully unfold alongside:
  • Butter-poached local New Zealand crayfish tails or pan-seared scallops with a rich truffle butter
  • Crispy-skinned pork belly served with an apple, fennel, and hazelnut puree
  • Whole roasted hapuku or snapper with a decadent macadamia nut crust
  • Earthy wild mushroom risotto finished with aged parmesan and truffle oil
  • Shop The Landing Madre Chardonnay 750ml. An ultra-premium, wild-fermented white wine featuring a rich, complex palate of peach, toasted cashew, and flint.
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