Auntsfield Single Vineyard Chardonnay

Auntsfield Single Vineyard Chardonnay is an elegant expression of Marlborough’s Southern Valleys. Grown on ancient Greywacke rock and loess clay soils, this wine reflects both heritage and place — layered with stone fruit, citrus, and mineral precision balanced by subtle French oak and luxurious texture.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Rich straw gold in colour, the wine opens with aromas of peach skin, mandarin peel, and lemon tart, evolving into brioche and apricot nougat. The palate delivers ripe stone fruit, roasted hazelnut, and fig, beautifully integrated with restrained oak. A fine mineral thread and long, seamless finish complete this poised, textural Chardonnay.

Key Details

• Winery: Auntsfield Estate
• Varietal: Chardonnay
• Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2022
• Alcohol: 13.5%
• Volume: 750 ml
• Other: Gluten-Free; Vegan-Friendly; Single Vineyard; Hand-Harvested; French Oak Aged

Craftsmanship & Story

Established in 1873 as Marlborough’s first colonial vineyard, Auntsfield Estate continues a proud legacy revived by the Cowley family. Guided by brothers Luc and Ben Cowley, the estate champions small-lot precision, wild ferments, and meticulous block selection. This Chardonnay embodies that philosophy — a seamless harmony of fruit purity, oak restraint, and minerality born of ancient soils.

Special Features

Made entirely from estate fruit, this Chardonnay reflects the character of its unique hillside terroir — where low-fertility soils and cool nights yield fruit of exceptional intensity and balance. Elegant, mineral and finely textured, it stands as one of Marlborough’s most expressive white wines.

Recognition & Accolades

Widely celebrated for its depth, refinement and sense of place.

• 94/100 Points & 5 Stars – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit (2022)
• 95/100 Points & 5 Stars – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit (2021)
• 95/100 Points – Cameron Douglas MS (2021)
• 94/100 Points – Raymond Chan Wine Reviews (2020)
• Bronze Medal – New Zealand International Wine Show (2020)
• 5 Stars & 95/100 Points – Wine Orbit (2019)
• 5 Stars – Michael Cooper (2016)

These accolades confirm Auntsfield’s mastery in crafting Chardonnays of remarkable poise and complexity.

Food Pairings

With layers of peach, fig and roasted hazelnut, this Chardonnay is sublime with butter-basted scallops or herb-roasted chicken. Its creamy texture flatters lobster, crab or a truffle-infused risotto, while the wine’s mineral backbone and citrus lift refresh the palate. Perfect, too, alongside a wedge of aged Gruyère or creamy Brie.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

A beautiful reflection of Marlborough’s history and terroir, this Chardonnay makes an inspired gift or a rewarding cellar addition — elegant, expressive and enduringly refined.

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